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

The cheapest way to get from Devon to Colchester is to train via Coach House which costs £35 - £120 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Devon to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £80 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Devon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Devon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Yeoford and arriving at Colchester via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Devon to Colchester?

The distance between Devon and Colchester is 240 miles. The road distance is 239.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Devon to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Devon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Devon to Colchester train from?

Devon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Devon to Colchester train arrive?

Devon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Devon to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Devon to Colchester is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Devon to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 990+ hotels available in Colchester.

Devon to Colchester - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Devon to Colchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 12m
£80–172
Train via Coach House
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 51m
£40–112
Drive 237.9 mi
1. Drive from Devon to Colchestercar 237.9 mi
4h 59m
£58–83
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 8m
£212–652
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 21m
£123–322
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 12m
£167–439

Devon to Colchester by train

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Distance: 238.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Yeoford to Colchester via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 12m.

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