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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Salcombe is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Salcombe is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Colchester to Salcombe?

The distance between Colchester and Salcombe is 278 miles. The road distance is 271.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Salcombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Colchester to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Salcombe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Salcombe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Salcombe is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Colchester to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Salcombe is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Colchester to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Colchester to Salcombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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 Totnestrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 23m
£119–224
Bus
cheapest
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 Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 501
11h 53m
£51–130
Drive 269.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Salcombecar 269.8 mi
5h 23m
£66–96
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
9h 10m
£224–476
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
7h 56m
£115–251

Colchester to Salcombe by train and bus

77Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Beadon Cross via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes, and Rail Station Forecourt in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Shadycombe Road via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 11h 53m.

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