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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ullapool is to fly and train and bus which costs £60 - £210 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ullapool is to train and fly and bus which takes 7h 33m and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Ferry Terminal via London Victoria, George Street and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ullapool?

The distance between Colchester and Ullapool is 689 miles. The road distance is 590 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ullapool without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 16m and costs £150 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 12h 16m to get from Colchester to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ullapool bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ullapool bus arrive?

Colchester to Ullapool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ullapool is 590 miles. It takes approximately 10h 52m to drive from Colchester to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ullapool.

Colchester to Ullapool - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Colchester to Ullapool by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
12h 16m
£154–217
Fly London Stansted Airport to Glasgow Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
11h 3m
£62–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoria816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Station
3. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
17h 6m
Drive 586.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Ullapool586.6 mi
10h 52m
£143–207
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
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 Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
7h 33m
£82–221
Train, bus via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
15h 56m
£103–181
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
7h 51m
£92–394
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
7h 35m
£81–261
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
10h 13m
£126–439
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
10h 41m

Colchester to Ullapool by train, subway, and bus

8Weekly Services

12h 16mAverage Duration

£154Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Ullapool.

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Distance: 685.1 mi
Duration: 12h 16m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Ullapool, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Ferry Terminal via London Victoria, Edinburgh, Bus Station, George Street, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 17h 6m.

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