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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cathedral and arriving at Head Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Colchester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Colchester?

The distance between Chelmsford and Colchester is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £19.

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

The train from Chelmsford to Colchester takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester bus from?

Chelmsford to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester train from?

Chelmsford to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Colchester?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester is to train which takes 21 min and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Head Street station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester train arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Colchester is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Chelmsford to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
21 min
£10–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Head Street371 / ...
1h 25m
£3–5
Drive 24 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Colchester24 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Colchester24 mi
29 min
£160–190

Chelmsford to Colchester by train

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Distance: 21.8 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Colchester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Cathedral to Head Street every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 25m. Stephensons of Essex also services this route 5 times a week.

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