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

The cheapest way to get from Elstree to Colchester is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elstree to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Elstree and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Elstree to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Elstree & Borehamwood and arriving at Colchester via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Elstree to Colchester?

The distance between Elstree and Colchester is 66 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elstree to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Elstree to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Colchester train from?

Elstree to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Elstree & Borehamwood station.

Train or bus from Elstree to Colchester?

The best way to get from Elstree to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 351 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Elstree to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elstree to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Elstree to Colchester is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Elstree to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Colchester.

Elstree to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 351 bus, bus, and car

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

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 Elstree & Borehamwood to FarringdonSt Albans City - Sutton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 30m
£27–58
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elstree to Colchester63 mi
1h 16m
£16–23
Line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
4h 8m
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Edgware station to Moorgate stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 53m
£19–52

Elstree to Colchester by train and subway

616Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Colchester via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watling Court to Osborne Street via Edgware Station, Edgware station, Moorgate station, Liverpool Street Station, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 4h 8m.

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