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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Colchester is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Colchester via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Colchester?

The distance between Gatwick and Colchester is 82 miles. The road distance is 84.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Colchester without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 35m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Gatwick to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Colchester train from?

Gatwick to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick to Colchester train arrive?

Gatwick to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Colchester is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Gatwick to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 979+ hotels available in Colchester.

Gatwick to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Colchester by train, subway, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford station
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
1h 35m
£30–73
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Stratford City Bus StationUk066
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 58m
£19–48
Drive 83.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Colchester83.9 mi
1h 27m
£21–30
Line 100 bus, train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Station100
2. Take the train from Redhill to Farringdon
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Brentwood
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
4h 51m

Gatwick to Colchester by train and subway

520Weekly Services

1h 35mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Gatwick to Colchester. However, you can take the train to London Bridge, walk to London Bridge station, take the subway to Stratford station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Colchester via Stratford City Bus Station and Stratford (London) in around 1h 58m.

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