What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Great Ostry via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Castle Cary via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Colchester and Shepton Mallet is 182 miles. The road distance is 177.9 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 174 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shepton Mallet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shepton Mallet train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Colchester to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Shepton Mallet train arrive?

Colchester to Shepton Mallet train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Shepton Mallet is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Colchester to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1446+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Colchester to Shepton Mallet - 8 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Colchester to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 174 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostrybus 173 / ...
3h 59m
£76–148
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 Bus Stationbus 403
7h 29m
£37–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Police Stationbus Sf3
5h 3m
Drive 176.9 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Shepton Malletcar 176.9 mi
3h 50m
£43–62
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
7h 10m
£60–162
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Castle Carytrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
5h 4m
£82–154
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
7h 3m
£224–481
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
8h 7m
£131–358

Colchester to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Frithfield Lane via Stratford, London Paddington, Castle Cary, and Castle Cary Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Great Ostry via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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