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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Paris is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Paris is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Willow Close via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Clarence Street and The Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Colchester to Paris?

The distance between Colchester and Paris is 168 miles. The road distance is 145.9 miles.

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 20m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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.

Train or bus from Colchester to Paris?

The best way to get from Colchester to Paris is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Colchester to Paris bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Paris is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Colchester to Paris.

Where can I stay near Paris?

There are 1481+ hotels available in Paris.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Paris 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
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Eveshamtrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
4h 20m
£45–152
Drive 145 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Pariscar 145 mi
3h 15m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Eveshamtrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
6h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
7h 38m
£52–86

Colchester to Paris by train, foot, and bus

126Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Paris.

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Cross via Stratford, London Paddington, Evesham, and Evesham Bus Station in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Willow Close via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, Clarence Street, and The Crescent in around 7h 38m.

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