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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ironbridge is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ironbridge is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ironbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ironbridge. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Wyvern via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ironbridge?

The distance between Colchester and Ironbridge is 201 miles. The road distance is 178.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ironbridge without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Colchester to Ironbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ironbridge bus from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Ironbridge?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ironbridge is to train which takes 4h and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £85 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Colchester to Ironbridge bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Ironbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ironbridge is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Colchester to Ironbridge.

Where can I stay near Ironbridge?

There are 1118+ hotels available in Ironbridge.

Colchester to Ironbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 4 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Ironbridge by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shifnaltrain
4h
£98–198
Drive 177.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Ironbridgecar 177.2 mi
3h 19m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 3m
£57–81
Train, line 4 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wellington (Shropshire)train
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wyvernbus 4 / ...
4h 25m
£76–169
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wellington (Shropshire)train
6h 46m
£101–252

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Ironbridge.

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Ironbridge, Telford and Wrekin, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Ironbridge via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Shifnal in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Wyvern via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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