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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Nottingham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Nottingham via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Colchester to Nottingham?

The distance between Colchester and Nottingham is 180 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Nottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Colchester to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Colchester to Nottingham is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Colchester to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Nottingham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Colchester to Nottingham.

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

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to NottinghamLondon St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h 4m
£44–167
Drive 136.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Nottingham136.5 mi
2h 46m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
5h 6m
£37–73
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to PeterboroughColchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to NottinghamNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 55m
£42–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus InterchangeX20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicester
3. Take the train from Leicester to Nottingham
5h 43m

Colchester to Nottingham by train and subway

224Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Nottingham.

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Nottingham via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 6m.

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