What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester is to train which takes 53 min and costs £16 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Colchester?

The distance between Forest Gate and Colchester is 49 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Colchester?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Forest Gate to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Colchester train from?

Forest Gate to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Colchester?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Colchester is to train which takes 53 min and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 351 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Colchester train arrive?

Forest Gate to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Colchester is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Forest Gate to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Forest Gate to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 351 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
53 min
£17–44
Drive 50.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Colchester50.2 mi
1h 1m
£13–18
Line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3h 6m
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to ShenfieldElizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 17m
£19–38

Forest Gate to Colchester by train

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Map of how to get from Forest Gate to Colchester.

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Colchester, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Colchester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Gate to Osborne Street via Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 3h 6m.

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