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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ludlow is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ludlow is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Newhall St, Halesowen Bus Station and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Ludlow via Stratford, London Paddington and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ludlow?

The distance between Colchester and Ludlow is 257 miles. The road distance is 186.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ludlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £95 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Colchester to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ludlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ludlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ludlow is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £95 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h.

Where does the Colchester to Ludlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ludlow train arrive?

Colchester to Ludlow train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ludlow is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Colchester to Ludlow.

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

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Colchester to Ludlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Ludlow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
4h 45m
£100–257
Bus, train
cheapest
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 Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
7h 1m
£40–193
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 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
4. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
9h
Drive 185.3 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Ludlowcar 185.3 mi
3h 51m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
9h 28m

Colchester to Ludlow by train

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Distance: 255.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Ludlow via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Ludlow Fish Bar via Coach Station, Finchley Road Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Newhall St, Halesowen Bus Station, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 9h.

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