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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Melksham is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at The Bear via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Melksham via Stratford, London Paddington and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Colchester to Melksham?

The distance between Colchester and Melksham is 156 miles. The road distance is 159.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Colchester to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Colchester to Melksham is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Colchester to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Melksham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Melksham is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Colchester to Melksham.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Melksham 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 London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 34m
£58–183
Drive 159 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Melkshamcar 159 mi
3h 14m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Bridgebus
6h 14m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Pelicanbus 2 / ...
5h 7m

Colchester to Melksham by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Melksham.

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Melksham via Stratford, London Paddington, and Swindon in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to The Bear via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Town Bridge, and Bus Station in around 6h 14m.

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