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 £24 - £35 and takes 2h.

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 2h and costs £24 - £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, London Stratford- Montifichet Road Stop U and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

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 33m.

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 33m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m 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 33m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 31m.

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 2h 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 1976+ hotels available in Lewes.

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

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 Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 33m
£30–128
Drive 98.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Lewescar 98.1 mi
2h
£25–35
Bus, line 351 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Brentwood stationbus 351
3. Take the train from Brentwood to Farringdon Withouttrain
4. Take the train from Farringdon to Haywards Heathtrain
5. Take the train from Haywards Heath to Lewestrain
5h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montifichet Road Stop U to Brighton Old Steine S4bus
5h 31m
£25–56

Colchester to Lewes by train and subway

216Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.2 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to High Street via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, London Stratford- Montifichet Road Stop U, Brighton Old Steine S4, and Royal Pavilion in around 5h 31m.

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