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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Colchester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Colchester via Victoria station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Lewes to Colchester?

The distance between Lewes and Colchester is 106 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Lewes to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Colchester train from?

Lewes to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Where does the Lewes to Colchester train arrive?

Lewes to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Colchester is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Lewes to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 990+ hotels available in Colchester.

Lewes to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, line 351 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lewes to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 30m
£28–122
Drive 97.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lewes to Colchestercar 97.5 mi
2h
£24–34
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Lewes to Haywards Heathtrain
2. Take the train from Haywards Heath to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Brentwoodtrain
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 48m

Lewes to Colchester by train and subway

222Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lewes to Colchester.

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Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Colchester via London Victoria, Victoria station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 30m.

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