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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Sleaford is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Sleaford is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Sleaford via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Colchester to Sleaford?

The distance between Colchester and Sleaford is 177 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Sleaford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Colchester to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Sleaford train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Sleaford is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Colchester to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

There are 461+ hotels available in Sleaford.

Colchester to Sleaford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Sleaford by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 30m
£42–155
Drive 113.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Sleafordcar 113.2 mi
2h 32m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain Colchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain Peterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 36m
£54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
5h 45m

Colchester to Sleaford by train and subway

97Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Sleaford.

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Sleaford via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 3h 30m.

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