What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Shenfield Common?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Shenfield Common. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at High Street via Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Shenfield Common?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Shenfield. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

The distance between Colchester and Shenfield Common is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Shenfield Common without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

The train from Colchester to Shenfield takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shenfield Common bus from?

Colchester to Shenfield Common bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shenfield Common train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 371 bus and line 351 bus, which costs and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Colchester to Shenfield Common bus arrive?

Colchester to Shenfield Common bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Where does the Colchester to Shenfield Common train arrive?

Colchester to Shenfield Common train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Shenfield Common is 36 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Colchester to Shenfield Common.

Where can I stay near Shenfield Common?

There are 2016+ hotels available in Shenfield Common.

Can I share a ride from Colchester to Shenfield Common?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Colchester and Shenfield Common. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Colchester to Shenfield Common - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 371 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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 Shenfieldtrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 2m
£13–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Colchester to Brentwoodrideshare 36 mi
1h 10m
£3
Line 371 bus, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Retail Marketbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 351
2h 26m
Drive 35.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Shenfield Commoncar 35.6 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Shenfield Commontaxi 35.6 mi
42 min
£75–90

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Shenfield Common.

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Shenfield Common, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Shenfield every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne Street to Shenfield Common via Retail Market, Cathedral, and High Street in around 2h 26m.

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