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 £21 - £35 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 £21 - £35.

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 Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Colchester to Gatwick?

The distance between Colchester and Gatwick is 81 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 38m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Colchester to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gatwick train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Gatwick train arrive?

Colchester to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) 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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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Colchester to Gatwick - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 100 bus

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

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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 Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 38m
£45–62
Drive 84 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Gatwickcar 84 mi
1h 28m
£22–31
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
2h 28m
£37–60
Train, line 100 bus via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
3h 24m
£49–78

Colchester to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 80.6 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Gatwick Airport via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 38m.

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