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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Exeter is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £100 - £210.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Colchester to Exeter?

The distance between Colchester and Exeter is 230 miles. The road distance is 228.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Colchester to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Exeter train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Exeter is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Colchester to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Exeter.

Colchester to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Exeter by train, 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 Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 41m
£105–203
Drive 227.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Exetercar 227.4 mi
4h 37m
£57–82
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 48m
£181–470
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 7m
£96–222

Colchester to Exeter by train

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3h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 41m.

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