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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to London is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to London is to train which takes 47 min and costs £18 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at London Liverpool Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Colchester to London?

The distance between Colchester and London is 52 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to London without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £18 - £75.

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

The train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to London?

The best way to get from Colchester to London is to train which takes 47 min and costs £18 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Colchester to London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to London is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Colchester to London.

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

Book your Colchester to London train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 20704+ hotels available in London.

Colchester to London - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Colchester to London by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
47 min
£18–75
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to London57.7 mi
1h 22m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9
2h 1m
£27–48

Colchester to London by train

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £18–75 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to London Liverpool Street via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 1m.

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