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

The cheapest way to get from Hove to Colchester is to bus and train which costs £18 - £50 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hove to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Hove and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Hove to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Colchester via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Hove to Colchester?

The distance between Hove and Colchester is 106 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hove to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Hove to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hove to Colchester train from?

Hove to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Where does the Hove to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hove to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hove to Colchester is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Hove to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 999+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Hove to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 13m
£29–78
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brighton Old Steine S4 to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk066
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 58m
£18–47
Drive 107.6 mi
1. Drive from Hove to Colchestercar 107.6 mi
1h 53m
£26–37
Train via London
1. Take the train from Hove to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 2m
£25–85

Hove to Colchester by bus and train

42Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hove to Colchester.

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Distance: 105.4 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Colchester via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 13m.

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