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 bus between Elstree and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Elstree to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Watling Court and arriving at Coach Stop via Edgware Bus Station, Golders Green Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Elstree to Colchester?

The distance between Elstree and Colchester is 68 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 44m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Elstree to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Colchester bus from?

Elstree to Colchester bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Edgware Bus Station.

Train or bus from Elstree to Colchester?

The best way to get from Elstree to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h.

Where does the Elstree to Colchester bus arrive?

Elstree to Colchester bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Golders Green 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.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Colchester.

Elstree to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 5 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 44m
£29–61
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elstree to Colchester63 mi
1h 16m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edgware Bus Station to Golders Green Station240
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach StationA6
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
4h
£26–48
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 50m
£19–52
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

Elstree to Colchester by bus, train, and subway

616Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Watling Court to Colchester via Glenhaven Avenue, Elstree & Borehamwood, Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watling Court to Coach Stop via Edgware Station, Edgware Bus Station, Golders Green Station, and Coach Station in around 4h.

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