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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Olney is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Olney is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Olney?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Olney. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at The Bull via Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Theatre District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Colchester to Olney?

The distance between Colchester and Olney is 117 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Olney without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 3h 3m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Olney bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Olney bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Olney?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Olney is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Colchester to Olney.

Where can I stay near Olney?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Olney.

Colchester to Olney - 5 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central station to The Bullbus 21
3h 3m
Drive 85.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Olneycar 85.2 mi
1h 54m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
5h 44m
£29–53
Train, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bedford station to The Bullbus 41
3h 48m
£29–116
Bus, line 21 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 Theatre District to The Bullbus 21
6h 26m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Olney.

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to The Bull via Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Theatre District in around 5h 44m.

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