What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station) is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station) is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Colchester (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Colchester (Station). 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 (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Colchester (Station) is 201 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Colchester (Station)?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colchester (Station) train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Colchester (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Colchester (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Colchester (Station) is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Colchester (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester (Station)?

There are 996+ hotels available in Colchester (Station).

Cardiff to Colchester (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 9m
£62–135
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
6h 14m
£47–97
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Colchester (Station)car 208.8 mi
3h 57m
£50–72
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 57m
£230–698

Cardiff to Colchester (Station) by train

195Weekly Trains

3h 9mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 9m.

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