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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Frome is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Frome is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Frome?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Frome. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Memorial Theatre Complex via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Frome?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Frome. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Frome via Stratford, London Paddington and Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Colchester to Frome?

The distance between Colchester and Frome is 180 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Frome without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Colchester to Frome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Frome bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Frome train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Frome?

The best way to get from Colchester to Frome is to bus which takes 6h 44m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £210 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Colchester to Frome bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Frome train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Frome?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Frome is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Colchester to Frome.

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

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Where can I stay near Frome?

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Colchester to Frome - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Frome by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spa
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Memorial Theatre ComplexD2 / ...
3h 47m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station
6h 44m
£37–99
Drive 164.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Frome164.8 mi
3h 30m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Westbury (Wilts)London Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 12m
£54–205
Bus via Romford
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Sainsbury's SuperstoreSf3
7h 13m

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Frome, Somerset, England?

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Memorial Theatre Complex via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Colchester to Frome via Stratford, London Paddington, and Westbury (Wilts) in around 4h 12m.

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