What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £29 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Colchester is 70 miles. The road distance is 78.1 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £29 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester train from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £29 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester?

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Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester by train, bus, car, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stratford (London)Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 33m
£29–71
Drive 77.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester77.6 mi
1h 43m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
2h 59m
£34–55
Towncar
1. Take a town car from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester77.8 mi
1h 43m
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwood
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3h 50m

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Colchester by train

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 3, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Colchester via Stratford (London) in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 2h 59m.

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