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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Paris is to bus which costs €45 - €180 and takes 11h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Paris is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €90 - €420.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Paris?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Paris. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Paris via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Paris?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Paris. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Paris Nord via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Colchester to Paris?

The distance between Colchester and Paris is 537 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Paris without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €90 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Colchester to Paris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Paris bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Paris train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Paris?

The best way to get from Colchester to Paris is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €90 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €180 and takes 11h 49m.

Where does the Colchester to Paris bus arrive?

Colchester to Paris bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Colchester and Paris?

Paris is 1h ahead of Colchester. It is currently 11:39 PM in Colchester and 12:39 AM in Paris.

Where does the Colchester to Paris train arrive?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paris?

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Colchester to Paris - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 11 ways to get from Colchester to Paris by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
4h 9m
€93–419
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoria816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700 / ...
11h 49m
€46–171
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Colchester to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Paris
5h 7m
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LGW - CDG
5h 20m
€92–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)700 / ...
12h 3m
€52–200
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Colchester to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Paris
6h 17m
€106–154
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LHR - CDG
5h 39m
€123–386
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LTN - CDG
5h 39m
€83–283
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Paris Orly Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)LGW - ORY
5h 23m
€83–271
Train to London Southend Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfield
2. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)SEN - CDG
5h 11m
€85–206
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Paris Orly Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)LHR - ORY
5h 47m
€79–357

Colchester to Paris by train and subway

110Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

€93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 536.6 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Paris, France?

You can take a train from Colchester to Paris Nord via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Paris via London Victoria in around 11h 49m.

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