What is the cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester is to bus and train which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Coach Stop via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester?

The distance between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Colchester is 151 miles.

How do I travel from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 9m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester bus from?

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where does the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester bus arrive?

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Colchester.

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Colchester by bus, train, car train, car, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to London VictoriaN1700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 9m
£30–68
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonele shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Colchester
2h 35m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais to London VictoriaN1700 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stop816
6h 46m
£33–72
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Colchester
3h 46m
£59–82

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 150.1 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal, France and Colchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Coach Stop via Calais and London Victoria in around 6h 46m.

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