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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Kent is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Kent is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Kent. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Lenham via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Colchester to Kent?

The distance between Colchester and Kent is 109 miles. The road distance is 78.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 18m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Colchester to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Kent is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Colchester to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Kent.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Kent 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford InternationalSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 18m
£38–125
Drive 78.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Kent78.4 mi
1h 25m
£20–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Stratford City Bus Station816
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford InternationalSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 19m
£48–106
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 4m
£34–138

Colchester to Kent by train

189Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Kent.

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Distance: 108.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Lenham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 18m.

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