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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Gloucester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Gloucester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Transport Hub via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Gloucester via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Colchester to Gloucester?

The distance between Colchester and Gloucester is 170 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Colchester to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Colchester to Gloucester is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Colchester to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Gloucester is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Colchester to Gloucester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gloucester?

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

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

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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 Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 42m
£52–207
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 18m
£28–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
6h 46m
£44–100
Drive 157.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Gloucestercar 157.4 mi
3h 10m
£39–56

Colchester to Gloucester by train

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Gloucester.

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Gloucester via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Transport Hub via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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