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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ashbourne is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ashbourne is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ashbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ashbourne station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ashbourne?

The distance between Colchester and Ashbourne is 199 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ashbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Colchester to Ashbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ashbourne bus from?

Colchester to Ashbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Ashbourne?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ashbourne is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Colchester to Ashbourne bus arrive?

Colchester to Ashbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ashbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ashbourne is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Colchester to Ashbourne.

Where can I stay near Ashbourne?

There are 1603+ hotels available in Ashbourne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Ashbourne 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 Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 50m
£53–266
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
5h 59m
£30–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
6h 56m
£35–78
Drive 158.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Ashbournecar 158.2 mi
3h 28m
£39–56

Colchester to Ashbourne by train, subway, and bus

227Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Ashbourne.

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Distance: 197.4 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Bus Station via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bus Station via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 56m.

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