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 12m.

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 12m 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 Market Place via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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 160 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 £60 - £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 £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Colchester to Melksham bus arrive?

Colchester to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria 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 12m to drive from Colchester to Melksham.

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

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Colchester to Melksham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to SwindonLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 34m
£62–183
Drive 159.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Melksham159.1 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoria816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Market Place401
6h 35m
£40–98

Colchester to Melksham by train

59Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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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 Market Place via London Victoria in around 6h 35m.

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