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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Colchester is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Colchester via Lancaster, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Colchester?

The distance between Carnforth and Colchester is 291 miles. The road distance is 256.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Carnforth to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Colchester train from?

Carnforth to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Where does the Carnforth to Colchester train arrive?

Carnforth to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Colchester is 257 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Carnforth to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to London EustonGlasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 18m
£82–194
Drive 255.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Colchester255.1 mi
5h 4m
£64–93
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 18m
£96–305
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Colchester
8h 15m
£102–246
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 10m
£111–344

Carnforth to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

183Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Carnforth to Colchester via Lancaster, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 18m.

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