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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Prestatyn is to train and bus which costs £30 - £130 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Prestatyn is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Prestatyn?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Prestatyn. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Prestatyn via Moorgate station, London Euston and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Colchester to Prestatyn?

The distance between Colchester and Prestatyn is 261 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Prestatyn without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Colchester to Prestatyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Prestatyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Prestatyn?

The best way to get from Colchester to Prestatyn is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Colchester to Prestatyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Prestatyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Prestatyn is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Colchester to Prestatyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestatyn?

There are 962+ hotels available in Prestatyn.

Colchester to Prestatyn - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Colchester to Prestatyn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Prestatyntrain
4h 52m
£73–331
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Chester Bus Interchangebus Uk021 / ...
9h 4m
£34–127
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Prestatyncar 245.1 mi
4h 39m
£60–86
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestatyntrain
6h 37m
£104–338
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestatyntrain
8h 34m
£59–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Chester Bus Interchangebus
9h 25m
£47–98
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Prestatyntrain
7h 46m
£73–167
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestatyntrain
7h 54m
£87–215
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Prestatyntrain
7h 28m
£240–808

Colchester to Prestatyn by train, foot, and subway

85Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Prestatyn, Wales?

You can take a train from Colchester to Prestatyn via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Chester in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Prestatyn via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Chester Bus Interchange, Chester Rd West, and Shotton in around 9h 25m.

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