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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Stanstead is to line 44 bus and line 41 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Stanstead is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Head Street and arriving at Stanway Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Colchester to Stanstead?

The distance between Colchester and Stanstead is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Stanstead without a car is to line 44 bus and line 41 bus which takes 2h 6m and costs £4 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Colchester to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Stanstead bus from?

Colchester to Stanstead bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Head Street station.

Where does the Colchester to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Stanstead is 21 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Colchester to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 627+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Colchester to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 44 bus

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

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

Line 44 bus, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Head Street to Bus Station44 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close41
2h 6m
£5–7
Train, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)Marks Tey - Sudbury / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close41
2h 25m
£11–16
Drive 21.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Stanstead21.2 mi
35 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Stanstead21.2 mi
35 min
£45–55

Colchester to Stanstead by bus

74Weekly Buses

2h 6mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Head Street to Stanway Close via Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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