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

The cheapest way to get from Chalkwell to Colchester is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chalkwell to Colchester is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Chalkwell and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chalkwell to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Southend Hospital South and arriving at High Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Chalkwell to Colchester?

The distance between Chalkwell and Colchester is 55 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chalkwell to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Chalkwell to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chalkwell to Colchester bus from?

Chalkwell to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Southend Hospital South station.

Train or bus from Chalkwell to Colchester?

The best way to get from Chalkwell to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Chalkwell to Colchester bus arrive?

Chalkwell to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chalkwell to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chalkwell to Colchester is 41 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Chalkwell to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chalkwell to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chalkwell to Colchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Southend Victoria to ShenfieldSouthend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 45m
£29–52
Drive 40.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chalkwell to Colchester40.5 mi
47 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southend Hospital South to Bus Station3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Street371 / ...
2h 36m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chalkwell to Colchester40.5 mi
47 min
£95–120

Chalkwell to Colchester by bus and train

364Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Chalkwell, Southend-on-Sea, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Chalkwell Schools to Colchester via Victoria Station Interchange, Southend Victoria, and Shenfield in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southend Hospital South to High Street via Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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