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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Colchester is to train and bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Colchester is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 59m and costs £140 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Colchester via Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Colchester?

The distance between Dunkirk and Colchester is 269 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Dunkirk to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Colchester train from?

Dunkirk to Colchester train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Colchester?

Colchester is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 9:47 AM in Dunkirk and 8:47 AM in Colchester.

Where does the Dunkirk to Colchester train arrive?

Dunkirk to Colchester train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1045+ hotels available in Colchester.

Dunkirk to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Colchester by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, or car ferry

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
3h 35m
£108–209
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Colchestercar
4h 1m
£40–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Calais Villetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
7h 52m
£44–84
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Colchestercar
2h 59m
£148–166

Dunkirk to Colchester by train and subway

83Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Colchester.

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Colchester via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 35m.

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