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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Wakefield is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £50 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Colchester to Wakefield?

The distance between Colchester and Wakefield is 230 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Colchester to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or fly from Colchester to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Colchester to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Colchester to Wakefield train arrive?

Colchester to Wakefield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Wakefield is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Colchester to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2047+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Colchester to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Wakefield by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 14m
£53–172
Drive 184.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Wakefield184.3 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
Fly London Stansted Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)STN - LBA
7h 28m
£63–145
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Colchester to PeterboroughColchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 41m
£50–103
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
5h 49m
£98–330

Colchester to Wakefield by train and subway

235Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Wakefield Westgate via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and five other airlines fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) twice daily.

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