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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Longridge is to bus via Leicester which costs £35 - £60 and takes 12h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Longridge is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Longridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Longridge. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Hillcrest Drive via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Longridge?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Longridge. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Preston via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Colchester to Longridge?

The distance between Colchester and Longridge is 274 miles. The road distance is 244.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Longridge without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Colchester to Longridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Longridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Longridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Longridge?

The best way to get from Colchester to Longridge is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Colchester to Longridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Longridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Longridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Longridge is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Colchester to Longridge.

Where can I stay near Longridge?

There are 841+ hotels available in Longridge.

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There are 9 ways to get from Colchester to Longridge by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Euston to Prestontrain
5h 50m
£68–106
Bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston Bus Stationbus
12h 9m
£37–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Stationbus
10h 1m
£40–62
Drive 243.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Longridgecar 243.1 mi
4h 51m
£60–87
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 56m
£108–321
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
9h 25m
£113–176
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 28m
£68–179
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 45m
£69–170
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
7h 20m
£73–239

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Distance: 272.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Longridge, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Hillcrest Drive via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Preston, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Hillcrest Drive via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Bus Station in around 10h 1m.

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