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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Colchester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Chard to Colchester?

The distance between Chard and Colchester is 210 miles. The road distance is 200.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Chard to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Colchester train from?

Chard to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Where does the Chard to Colchester train arrive?

Chard to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chard to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Colchester is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Chard to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chard to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 351 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 6m
£90–209
Drive 199.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chard to Colchestercar 199.3 mi
4h 3m
£49–70
Bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop H to Taunton Rail Stationbus 1 / ...
3. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Brentwoodtrain
5. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
7h 32m
£85–168
Train to Exeter, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
8h 2m
£259–540
Bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
4. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchestertrain
8h 17m
£83–201

Chard to Colchester by bus and train

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.1 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Colchester via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 6m.

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