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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Colchester is to train via London which costs £30 - £130 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Exeter to Colchester?

The distance between Exeter and Colchester is 230 miles. The road distance is 228.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Exeter to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Colchester bus from?

Exeter to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Colchester train from?

Exeter to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Colchester?

The best way to get from Exeter to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Exeter to Colchester bus arrive?

Exeter to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Colchester train arrive?

Exeter to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Colchester is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Exeter to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Exeter to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 27m
£76–164
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 29m
£31–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
7h 14m
£47–107
Drive 226.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Colchester226.9 mi
4h 32m
£57–82
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 32m
£128–335
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Longforth Car Park to Hammersmith Bus StationSf1
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
7h 25m
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 33m
£162–519

Exeter to Colchester by train

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 7h 14m.

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