What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Colchester?

The distance between Cardiff and Colchester is 201 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Colchester?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colchester bus from?

Cardiff to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colchester train from?

Cardiff to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Colchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Colchester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Colchester train arrive?

Cardiff to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Colchester is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Colchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Cardiff to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 9m
£58–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
6h 24m
£45–92
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Colchester209.6 mi
3h 57m
£53–76
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 56m
£229–603
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
8h 6m

Cardiff to Colchester by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 24m.

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