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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Colchester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Colchester is 177 miles. The road distance is 150.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cheltenham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colchester bus from?

Cheltenham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colchester train from?

Cheltenham to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Colchester?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to train via London which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester train arrive?

Cheltenham to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Colchester is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cheltenham to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Colchester?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 9m
£50–196
Drive 149.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Colchestercar 149.8 mi
3h 3m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
5h 50m
£49–83
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 14m
£40–320

Cheltenham to Colchester by train

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 50m.

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