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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Russell Road and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Colchester?

The distance between Gravesend and Colchester is 67 miles. The road distance is 57.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £29 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Gravesend to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Colchester bus from?

Gravesend to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Russell Road station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Colchester train from?

Gravesend to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gravesend station.

Train or bus from Gravesend to Colchester?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 200 bus and line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Gravesend to Colchester bus arrive?

Gravesend to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gravesend to Colchester train arrive?

Gravesend to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Gravesend to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Colchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Gravesend to Colchester.

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

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Gravesend to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 200 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Gravesend 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 Gravesend to Stratford InternationalFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 10m
£30–67
Drive 57.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gravesend to Colchester57.6 mi
1h 6m
£15–21
Line 200 bus, line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Russell Road to Bus Station200
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3h 43m
Train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Woolwich Arsenal
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR StationDlr
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
1h 47m
£23–59

Gravesend to Colchester by train

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Map of how to get from Gravesend to Colchester.

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Distance: 67.1 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a train from Gravesend to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Russell Road to Osborne Street via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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