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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Spalding is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Spalding is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Spalding?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Spalding station. However, there are services departing from Middleborough and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Interchange and Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Spalding?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Spalding via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Colchester to Spalding?

The distance between Colchester and Spalding is 147 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Spalding without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Colchester to Spalding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Spalding bus from?

Colchester to Spalding bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Spalding train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Spalding?

The best way to get from Colchester to Spalding is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can line 43 bus and bus, which costs and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Colchester to Spalding bus arrive?

Colchester to Spalding bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Colchester to Spalding train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Spalding?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Spalding is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Colchester to Spalding.

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

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Where can I stay near Spalding?

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Colchester to Spalding - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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

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 StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 12m
£48–151
Bus, train, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterborough
3. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Chancery Court37
4h 37m
£24–58
Drive 96.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Spalding96.4 mi
2h 14m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to PeterboroughColchester - Peterborough
3h 15m
£30–101
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Transport Interchange88 / ...
3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Bus Station505
6h 32m

Colchester to Spalding by train and subway

81Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Spalding via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Middleborough to Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Interchange, and Transport Interchange in around 6h 32m.

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