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

The cheapest way to get from Farnborough to Colchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnborough to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Farnborough and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Farnborough to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Farnborough (Main) and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Farnborough to Colchester?

The distance between Farnborough and Colchester is 90 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnborough to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Farnborough to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnborough to Colchester train from?

Farnborough to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Farnborough (Main) station.

Where does the Farnborough to Colchester train arrive?

Farnborough to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Farnborough to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnborough to Colchester is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Farnborough to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Farnborough to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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 Farnborough (Main) to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 57m
£32–77
Drive 91.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Farnborough to Colchestercar 91.7 mi
2h 13m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 19m

Farnborough to Colchester by train and subway

336Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Farnborough to Colchester.

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Distance: 89.1 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Farnborough (Main) to Colchester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 57m.

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