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 2m.

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 54 min and costs £17 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Park Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

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 54 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 54 min and costs £17 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Forest Gate to Colchester, including transfers.

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

Forest Gate to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

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 54 min and costs £17 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Colchester bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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 2m 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
54 min
£18–44
Drive 50.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Colchestercar 50.2 mi
1h 2m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
2h 47m
£23–43
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Shenfieldtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 18m
£20–38
Line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 27m

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: 54 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 £14–40 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wanstead Park Station to Coach Stop via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station in around 2h 47m.

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