What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Colchester is to subway and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £17 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Colchester?

The distance between Charing Cross and Colchester is 54 miles. The road distance is 57.7 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £17 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Charing Cross to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Colchester train from?

Charing Cross to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Embankment station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Colchester train arrive?

Charing Cross to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Colchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Charing Cross to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Colchester.

Charing Cross to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 3 ways to get from Charing Cross to Colchester by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Liverpool Street stationCircle
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 12m
£17–48
Drive 57.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Colchester57.4 mi
1h 21m
£15–21
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Brentwood
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3h 15m

Charing Cross to Colchester by subway and train

616Weekly Services

1h 12mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Charing Cross to Colchester. However, you can take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tottenham Court Rd to Osborne Street via Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

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