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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Gatwick is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Gatwick station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station via Coach Station and Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Moorgate station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Colchester to Gatwick?

The distance between Colchester and Gatwick is 80 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Colchester to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gatwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Colchester to Gatwick is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Colchester to Gatwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Gatwick train arrive?

Colchester to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Gatwick is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Colchester to Gatwick.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Gatwick?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 29m
£36–93
Drive 84 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Gatwickcar 84 mi
1h 28m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus Uk066
1h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus
3h 9m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Gatwick.

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Distance: 79.1 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Gatwick Airport via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, London Bridge Station, and London Bridge in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to North Terminal Bus Station via Coach Station and Stratford City Bus Station in around 3h 9m.

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