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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Luton is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Luton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Luton via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Colchester to Luton?

The distance between Colchester and Luton is 84 miles. The road distance is 68.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Luton without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £28 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Colchester to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Luton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Luton?

The best way to get from Colchester to Luton is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £28 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Colchester to Luton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Luton is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Colchester to Luton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

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Colchester to Luton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 41m
£29–100
Drive 68.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Lutoncar 68.2 mi
1h 33m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
3h 35m
£26–63
Bus via Bus Interchange
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
4h 33m

Colchester to Luton by train

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Luton via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Luton Station Interchange via Coach Station in around 3h 35m.

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