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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Harkstead is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Harkstead is to train and taxi which takes 23 min and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Harkstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Harkstead. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Bakers Arms via Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Colchester to Harkstead?

The distance between Colchester and Harkstead is 27 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Harkstead without a car is to train and line 98 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Colchester to Harkstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Harkstead bus from?

Colchester to Harkstead bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where does the Colchester to Harkstead bus arrive?

Colchester to Harkstead bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Harkstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Harkstead is 17 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Colchester to Harkstead.

Where can I stay near Harkstead?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Harkstead.

Colchester to Harkstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 98 bus, taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 98 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to IpswichLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Bakers Arms98
1h 52m
Drive 16.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Harkstead16.6 mi
30 min
£5–6
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Colchester to ManningtreeLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the taxi from Manningtree to Harkstead
23 min
£24–32
Bus, line 98 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Old Cattle Market Bus Station93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Bakers Arms98
2h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Harkstead16.6 mi
30 min
£35–45

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 26.6 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Osborne Street to Bakers Arms via Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 2h 53m.

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