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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Eltham is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Eltham is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

How far is it from Colchester to Eltham?

The distance between Colchester and Eltham is 59 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Eltham without a car is to train and line 161 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Colchester to Eltham, including transfers.

Can I drive from Colchester to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Eltham is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Colchester to Eltham.

Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 9998+ hotels available in Eltham.

Colchester to Eltham - 2 ways to travel via train, line 161 bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Colchester to Eltham by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 161 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Eltham Church / Court Yardbus 161
1h 43m
£20–75
Drive 58.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Elthamcar 58.9 mi
1h 10m
£15–21

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Eltham.

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

There is no direct connection from Colchester to Eltham. However, you can take the train to Stratford (London), walk to Stratford station, take the subway to North Greenwich station, walk to North Greenwich Station, then take the line 161 bus to Eltham Church / Court Yard. Alternatively, you can drive from Colchester to Eltham in around 1h 10m.

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