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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Dover is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Dover. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Dover Priory via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Colchester to Dover?

The distance between Colchester and Dover is 120 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £55 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Dover train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Dover is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Colchester to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Dover.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Dover by train, bus, or car

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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 Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 27m
£59–119
Drive 107.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Dovercar 107.3 mi
1h 55m
£27–38
Bus, train via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport Coach Station to London Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
3h 31m
£46–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 46m
£40–84

Colchester to Dover by train

121Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.2 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Dover Priory via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 27m.

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