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 Osborne Street and arriving at Mere via Old Cattle Market Bus Station and Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

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 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 Ipswich Buses, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where does the Colchester to Thorpeness bus arrive?

Colchester to Thorpeness bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Old Cattle Market Bus 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 1223+ hotels available in Thorpeness.

Colchester to Thorpeness - 4 ways to travel via train, line 521 bus, and bus

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

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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 5m
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Thorpenesscar 42.4 mi
1h 2m
£11–15
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 Car Parkbus 64
4h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Thorpenesstaxi 42.4 mi
1h 2m
£85–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Osborne Street to Mere via Old Cattle Market Bus Station and Car Park in around 4h 20m.

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