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

The cheapest way to get from Chichester to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chichester to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Chichester and Colchester?

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

How far is it from Chichester to Colchester?

The distance between Chichester and Colchester is 125 miles. The road distance is 124.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chichester to Colchester without a car is to train via Horsham which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chichester to Colchester train from?

Chichester to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.

Where does the Chichester to Colchester train arrive?

Chichester to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Chichester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chichester to Colchester is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Chichester to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chichester to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 54 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Horsham
best
1. Take the train from Chichester to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 9m
£48–125
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnham to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
4h 42m
£30–104
Drive 123.9 mi
1. Drive from Chichester to Colchestercar 123.9 mi
2h 21m
£31–44
Line 54 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Stationbus 54
2. Take the train from Petersfield to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 32m
£35–128

Chichester to Colchester by train and subway

207Weekly Services

3h 9mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chichester to Colchester.

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Chichester to Colchester via Horsham, London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 9m.

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