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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bath is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bath is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £50 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Bath. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bath Spa via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bath?

The distance between Colchester and Bath is 163 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Bath without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £50 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Colchester to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bath train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Bath train arrive?

Colchester to Bath train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bath is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Colchester to Bath.

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

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Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2645+ hotels available in Bath.

Colchester to Bath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Bath by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 47m
£53–267
Drive 173.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Bathcar 173.4 mi
3h 25m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 12m
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
6h 4m
£64–162
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
6h 1m
£72–354

Colchester to Bath by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Bath Spa via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 47m.

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