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

The cheapest way to get from Dereham to Colchester is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dereham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dereham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dereham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Colchester High Street Stop via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dereham to Colchester?

The distance between Dereham and Colchester is 83 miles. The road distance is 66.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dereham to Colchester without a car is to line 8 bus and train which takes 2h 1m and costs £12 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Dereham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dereham to Colchester bus from?

Dereham to Colchester bus services, operated by Konectbus, depart from Market Place station.

Where does the Dereham to Colchester bus arrive?

Dereham to Colchester bus services, operated by Konectbus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dereham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dereham to Colchester is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Dereham to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 999+ hotels available in Colchester.

Dereham to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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

Line 8 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Prince of Wales Roadbus 8 / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 1m
£12–44
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester High Street Stopbus Uk007
3h 40m
£11–17
Drive 66.1 mi
1. Drive from Dereham to Colchestercar 66.1 mi
1h 32m
£16–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Railway Stationbus A / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 10m

Dereham to Colchester by bus and train

231Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dereham to Colchester.

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Colchester High Street Stop via Norwich in around 3h 40m.

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