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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Dunstable is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Dunstable is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at The Quadrant via Coach Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Leagrave via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Colchester to Dunstable?

The distance between Colchester and Dunstable is 87 miles. The road distance is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £28 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Colchester to Dunstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Dunstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Colchester to Dunstable is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £28 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Colchester to Dunstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Dunstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Dunstable is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Colchester to Dunstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunstable?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Dunstable 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 Farringdon to Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 49m
£29–98
Drive 72.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Dunstablecar 72.5 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
3h 49m
£28–66
Bus via Bus Interchange
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to The Quadrantbus X2 / ...
5h 27m

Colchester to Dunstable by train

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Dunstable.

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Distance: 86.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Leagrave via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to The Quadrant via Coach Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 3h 49m.

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