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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Lewes is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at High Street via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Lewes via Liverpool Street station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Colchester to Lewes?

The distance between Colchester and Lewes is 106 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Colchester to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lewes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Lewes?

The best way to get from Colchester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Colchester to Lewes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Lewes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Lewes is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Colchester to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1980+ hotels available in Lewes.

Colchester to Lewes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 351 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 34m
£33–133
Drive 98.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Lewes98.1 mi
1h 59m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Pool Valley Coach Station
4h 40m
£29–53
Bus, line 351 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Brentwood station351
3. Take the train from Brentwood to Farringdon Without
4. Take the train from Farringdon to Haywards Heath
5. Take the train from Haywards Heath to Lewes
4h 55m

Colchester to Lewes by train and subway

221Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Lewes.

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Distance: 105.2 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Lewes via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to High Street via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Pool Valley Coach Station, and Royal Pavilion in around 4h 40m.

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