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 - £75 and takes 4h.

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 7m and costs £95 - £170.

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 7m.

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 7m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Cardiff to Colchester, including transfers.

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.

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 4h to drive from Cardiff to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

Cardiff to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 7m
£96–170
Drive 209.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Colchestercar 209.6 mi
4h
£52–74
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
7h 45m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 47m
£261–733

Cardiff to Colchester by train

196Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Colchester.

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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 7m.

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