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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Thorpeness is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Thorpeness is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Thorpeness?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Thorpeness. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Mere via Old Cattle Market Bus Station and Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Colchester to Thorpeness?

The distance between Colchester and Thorpeness is 50 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Thorpeness without a car is to train and line 521 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Colchester to Thorpeness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Thorpeness bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Thorpeness bus arrive?

Colchester to Thorpeness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Thorpeness?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Thorpeness is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Colchester to Thorpeness.

Where can I stay near Thorpeness?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Thorpeness.

Colchester to Thorpeness - 5 ways to travel via train, line 521 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Thorpeness by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 521 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Saxmundhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Street Farm Road to Merebus 521
3h 4m
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Thorpenesscar 42.4 mi
1h 2m
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Car Parkbus 64
3h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Thorpenesstaxi 42.4 mi
1h 2m
£85–110
Bus, line 64 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Street Farm Roadbus 64
4h 18m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Mere via Cardinal Park Cinema, Old Cattle Market Bus Station, and Car Park in around 3h 40m.

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