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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Colchester is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 20m.

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 7m and costs £14 - £21.

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 7m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Colchester?

The distance between Gravesend and Colchester is 67 miles. The road distance is 57.5 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 7m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Gravesend to Colchester, including transfers.

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 7m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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 7m to drive from Gravesend to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

Gravesend to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gravesend to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 7m
£28–41
Drive 57.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gravesend to Colchestercar 57.2 mi
1h 7m
£14–21
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
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 48m
£32–47
Train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
1h 46m
£26–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Colchester High Street Stopbus Uk007
3h 20m
£14–22

Gravesend to Colchester by train

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Distance: 67.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gravesend to Coach Stop via Stratford International, Stratford City Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 2h 48m.

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