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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Cardiff is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Colchester to Cardiff?

The distance between Colchester and Cardiff is 201 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Colchester to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Colchester to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Colchester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Cardiff is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Colchester to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Colchester to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Colchester to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 24m
£66–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 22m
£43–98
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Cardiffcar 209.6 mi
3h 59m
£52–75
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 59m
£71–187
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminal 5train
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDbus
8h 31m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 38m
£229–729
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 51m
£242–586
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
6h 36m
£73–240

Colchester to Cardiff by train

215Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Cardiff.

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Colchester to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 22m.

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