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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Colchester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £55 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chippenham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Chippenham and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Chippenham to Colchester?

The distance between Chippenham and Colchester is 150 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Chippenham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Chippenham to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chippenham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Colchester is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Chippenham to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chippenham to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chippenham to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chippenham to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 27m
£57–168
Drive 159.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chippenham to Colchester159.4 mi
3h 2m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
5h 50m

Chippenham to Colchester by train

214Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.3 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Chippenham, Wiltshire, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Chippenham to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 27m.

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