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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Peterborough is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Peterborough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Peterborough. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Colchester to Peterborough?

The distance between Colchester and Peterborough is 130 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Colchester to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Peterborough train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Peterborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Peterborough is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Colchester to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 456+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Colchester to Peterborough - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Colchester to Peterborough by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
1h 51m
£35–148
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain Colchester - Peterborough
1h 58m
£18–55
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Peterboroughcar 85 mi
1h 55m
£21–30

Colchester to Peterborough by train and subway

454Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Peterborough.

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Distance: 129.6 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Peterborough via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 51m.

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