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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Leiston is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Leiston is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Leiston?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Leiston. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Library via Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Colchester to Leiston?

The distance between Colchester and Leiston is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Leiston without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Colchester to Leiston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Leiston bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Leiston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Leiston?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Leiston is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Colchester to Leiston.

Where can I stay near Leiston?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Leiston.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Saxmundhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Street Farm Road to Librarybus 64
2h 15m
Drive 40.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Leistoncar 40.9 mi
1h
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
3h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Leistontaxi 40.9 mi
1h
£85–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Osborne Street to Library via Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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