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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Melbourn is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Melbourn is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Melbourn?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Melbourn. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Vicarage Close via Coach Station and Trumpington Park-and-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Melbourn?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Melbourn. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Meldreth via Ipswich and Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Colchester to Melbourn?

The distance between Colchester and Melbourn is 67 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Melbourn without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 23m and costs £21 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Colchester to Melbourn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Melbourn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Melbourn train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Melbourn?

The best way to get from Colchester to Melbourn is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 26 bus, which costs and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Colchester to Melbourn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Melbourn train arrive?

Colchester to Melbourn train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Melbourn?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Melbourn is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Colchester to Melbourn.

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Cambridgetrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 23m
£21–51
Drive 50 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Melbourncar 50 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2h 54m
£24–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Melbourntaxi 50 mi
1h 12m
£100–130
Bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Trumpington Park-and-Ridebus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trumpington Park-and-Ride to Vicarage Closebus 26
3h 38m

Colchester to Melbourn by bus and train

112Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.6 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £13–30 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Vicarage Close via Coach Station and Trumpington Park-and-Ride in around 3h 38m.

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