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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Colchester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Colchester. However, there are services departing from The Quadrant and arriving at Head Street via Luton Station Interchange, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dunstable and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Leagrave and arriving at Colchester via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Dunstable to Colchester?

The distance between Dunstable and Colchester is 87 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Dunstable to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Colchester bus from?

Dunstable to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Colchester train from?

Dunstable to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

Train or bus from Dunstable to Colchester?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Dunstable to Colchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunstable to Colchester train arrive?

Dunstable to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Dunstable to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Colchester is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Dunstable to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Dunstable to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dunstable to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leagrave to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 45m
£28–76
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunstable to Colchester73.4 mi
1h 39m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Station737
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head StreetX20
4h 41m

Dunstable to Colchester by train and subway

556Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.1 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Leagrave to Colchester via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Quadrant to Head Street via Luton Station Interchange, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 41m.

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