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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Grantham is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Grantham is to train via London which takes 2h 13m and costs £35 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Grantham via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Colchester to Grantham?

The distance between Colchester and Grantham is 159 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Grantham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 13m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Colchester to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Grantham train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Grantham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Grantham is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Colchester to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

There are 373+ hotels available in Grantham.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to GranthamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2h 13m
£40–142
Drive 113 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Grantham113 mi
2h 17m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to PeterboroughColchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to GranthamLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 30m
£42–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus InterchangeX20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach StationX20
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterborough
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Grantham
4h 24m

Colchester to Grantham by train and subway

362Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Grantham via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 13m.

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