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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Horsebridge via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Whitstable via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Colchester to Whitstable?

The distance between Colchester and Whitstable is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Colchester to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 108 bus, which costs £30 - £130 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Colchester to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Whitstable is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Colchester to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Colchester to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 108 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 47m
£33–116
Drive 91.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Whitstable91.6 mi
1h 39m
£23–33
Bus, line 108 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Station108
4. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Long Reach022 / ...
5h 30m
£31–121
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
6h 29m

Colchester to Whitstable by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 47mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Whitstable via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Horsebridge via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Long Reach in around 5h 30m.

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