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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Swanscombe is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Swanscombe is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Swanscombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Swanscombe station. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Swanscombe?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Swanscombe. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Colchester to Swanscombe?

The distance between Colchester and Swanscombe is 65 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Swanscombe without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Colchester to Swanscombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swanscombe bus from?

Colchester to Swanscombe bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swanscombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Swanscombe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Swanscombe is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Colchester to Swanscombe bus arrive?

Colchester to Swanscombe bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Colchester to Swanscombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Swanscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Swanscombe is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Colchester to Swanscombe.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanscombe?

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Colchester to Swanscombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Swanscombe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 5m
£30–94
Drive 52.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Swanscombecar 52.8 mi
1h
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
2h 16m
£37–64
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Swanscombetaxi 52.8 mi
1h
£110–140
Train via Woolwich Arsenal
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanscombetrain
1h 51m
£25–82
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4h 55m

Colchester to Swanscombe by train

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Distance: 64.9 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Stratford (London) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £14–70 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Ebbsfleet International via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 16m.

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