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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Sherborne is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Sherborne is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Greenhill via Coach Station, Gloucester Place, Hammersmith Bus Station and Memorial Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Sherborne via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Colchester to Sherborne?

The distance between Colchester and Sherborne is 175 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Sherborne without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Colchester to Sherborne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Sherborne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Sherborne train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Sherborne?

The best way to get from Colchester to Sherborne is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Colchester to Sherborne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Sherborne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Sherborne?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Sherborne is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Colchester to Sherborne.

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

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Where can I stay near Sherborne?

There are 714+ hotels available in Sherborne.

Colchester to Sherborne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Colchester to Sherborne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to SherborneLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 48m
£34–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Baker Street StationA6
3. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Memorial HallSf2
7h 18m
Drive 178.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Sherborne178.5 mi
3h 44m
£44–63

Colchester to Sherborne by train and subway

129Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Sherborne, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Sherborne via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Greenhill via Coach Station, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place, Hammersmith Bus Station, and Memorial Hall in around 7h 18m.

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