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

The cheapest way to get from Faringdon to Colchester is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Faringdon to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Faringdon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Faringdon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Coach Stop via Gloucester Green Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Faringdon to Colchester?

The distance between Faringdon and Colchester is 138 miles. The road distance is 131.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Faringdon to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 10m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Faringdon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Faringdon to Colchester bus from?

Faringdon to Colchester bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where does the Faringdon to Colchester bus arrive?

Faringdon to Colchester bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Faringdon to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Faringdon to Colchester is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Faringdon to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Colchester.

Faringdon to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Frideswide Squarebus S6
2. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 10m
£57–101
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
6h 17m
£24–41
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Faringdon to Colchestercar 130.9 mi
2h 36m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 737
7h 12m
£25–38

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Distance: 137.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Coach Stop via Gloucester Green Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 6h 17m.

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