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 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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 £55 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

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 £55 - £220.

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 bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colchester to Bath?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bath is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 6h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Colchester to Bath bus arrive?

Colchester to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria 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 23m to drive from Colchester to Bath.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bath?

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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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath SpaLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 47m
£56–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoria816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus StationUk043
6h 12m
£31–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath SpaLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 20m
Drive 173.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Bath173.4 mi
3h 23m
£43–61
Fly
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)STN - BRS
6h 14m
£76–151

Colchester to Bath by train

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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. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS) twice daily.

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