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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Thatcham is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Thatcham is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Green Lane via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friar Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Thatcham via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Colchester to Thatcham?

The distance between Colchester and Thatcham is 106 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Thatcham without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Colchester to Thatcham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Thatcham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Thatcham train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Thatcham?

The best way to get from Colchester to Thatcham is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Colchester to Thatcham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Thatcham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Thatcham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Thatcham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Colchester to Thatcham.

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

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Colchester to Thatcham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Thatchamtrain
2h 43m
£44–122
Drive 115.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Thatchamcar 115.7 mi
2h 21m
£28–41
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4. Take the bus from Friar Street to Green Lanebus 1
5h 23m
£58–92
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Friar Street to Green Lanebus 1
3h 22m
£32–102
Train, line 1 bus via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Friar Street to Green Lanebus 1
3h 50m
£35–103

Colchester to Thatcham by train

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Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Thatcham via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Green Lane via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Friar Street in around 5h 23m.

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