What is the cheapest way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Frinton-on-Sea and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Walden Way and arriving at Greyfriars. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Frinton-on-Sea and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frinton-on-Sea and arriving at Colchester Town. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

The distance between Frinton-on-Sea and Colchester is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

How do I travel from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

The train from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester Town takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester bus from?

Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Walden Way station.

Where do I catch the Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester train from?

Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Frinton-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

The best way to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester is to train which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester bus arrive?

Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Greyfriars station.

Where does the Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester train arrive?

Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester Town station.

Can I drive from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester TownWalton-on-the-Naze - Colchester
39 min
£7–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Walden Way to Greyfriars107 / ...
49 min
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester16.8 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester16.8 mi
26 min
£5–6

Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester by train

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Frinton-on-Sea, England and Colchester, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Frinton-on-Sea to Colchester Town hourly. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Hedingham & Chambers operates a bus from Walden Way to Greyfriars every 4 hours. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 49 min. Stephensons of Essex also services this route 5 times a week.

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