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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Totnes is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Totnes is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £90 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Totnes?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Totnes. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Coronation Road opp Town Mill via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Totnes?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Totnes. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Totnes via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Colchester to Totnes?

The distance between Colchester and Totnes is 259 miles. The road distance is 251.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Totnes without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £90 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Colchester to Totnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Totnes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Totnes train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Totnes?

The best way to get from Colchester to Totnes is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £90 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Colchester to Totnes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Totnes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Totnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Totnes is 251 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Colchester to Totnes.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Totnes?

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Where can I stay near Totnes?

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Colchester to Totnes - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Totnes by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to TotnesLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 30m
£91–257
Train via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnes
5h 57m
£42–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Mill501 / ...
9h 27m
£60–95
Drive 249.7 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Totnes249.7 mi
5h 1m
£61–89
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnes
7h 57m
£136–365
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnes
9h 27m
£214–644
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnes
7h 2m
£169–477

Colchester to Totnes by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Totnes via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Coronation Road opp Town Mill via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 27m.

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