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

The cheapest way to get from Horncastle to Colchester is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Horncastle to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £45.

How far is it from Horncastle to Colchester?

The distance between Horncastle and Colchester is 213 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Horncastle to Colchester without a car is to bus and train via London which takes 4h 45m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Horncastle to Colchester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Horncastle to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Horncastle to Colchester is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Horncastle to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Horncastle to Colchester by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via London
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Station56
2. Take the train from Newark North Gate to King's Cross
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
4h 45m
£54–154
Drive 121 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Horncastle to Colchester121 mi
2h 42m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Station56
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Colchester
5h 37m
£45–113
Bus, train via Peterborough
1. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Station56
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airport
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus InterchangeX20
5. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head StreetX20
7h 5m

Horncastle to Colchester by bus, train, and subway

83Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Horncastle to Colchester.

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Distance: 211.8 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Horncastle, Lincolnshire, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Horncastle to Colchester. However, you can take the bus to Central Bus Station, walk to Lincoln Central, take the train to Newark North Gate, take the train to King's Cross, walk to King's Cross St. Pancras station, take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can drive from Horncastle to Colchester in around 2h 42m.

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