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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Northampton is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Coach Park via Coach Station and Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Northampton via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Colchester to Northampton?

The distance between Colchester and Northampton is 121 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Colchester to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Northampton?

The best way to get from Colchester to Northampton is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London Luton Airport (LTN), which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Colchester to Northampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Northampton train arrive?

Colchester to Northampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Northampton is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Colchester to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 18m
£30–128
Drive 94.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Northamptoncar 94.9 mi
2h 9m
£24–34
Bus via London Luton Airport (LTN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus 707
5h 30m
£41–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
4. Take the bus from The Point to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X6
6h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Northampton.

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Distance: 120 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Northampton via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Coach Park via Coach Station and Airport Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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