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

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

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 train between Faringdon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Faringdon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Colchester via Baker Street station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

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 5m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Faringdon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Faringdon to Colchester train from?

Faringdon to Colchester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Faringdon to Colchester train arrive?

Faringdon to Colchester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone 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 1056+ hotels available in Colchester.

Faringdon to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 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 Osney Islandbus S6
2. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 5m
£59–116
Drive 130.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Faringdon to Colchestercar 130.9 mi
2h 36m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Marylebonetrain Oxford - London Marylebone
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 42m
£63–127

Faringdon to Colchester by bus and train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Colchester via Osney Island, Oxford, London Marylebone, Baker Street station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 42m.

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