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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewisham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Lockmead Road and arriving at Coach Stop via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lewisham station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Lewisham DLR Station and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Lewisham to Colchester?

The distance between Lewisham and Colchester is 54 miles. The road distance is 57.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Lewisham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Colchester bus from?

Lewisham to Colchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Lockmead Road station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Colchester train from?

Lewisham to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Lewisham DLR Station.

Train or bus from Lewisham to Colchester?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 108 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £100 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Lewisham to Colchester bus arrive?

Lewisham to Colchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Lewisham to Colchester train arrive?

Lewisham to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford DLR Station.

Can I drive from Lewisham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Colchester is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Lewisham to Colchester.

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

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Lewisham to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, line 108 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lewisham DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 21m
£16–44
Drive 56.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lewisham to Colchestercar 56.8 mi
1h 18m
£14–20
Line 108 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lockmead Road to Stratford City Bus Stationbus 108
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 32m
£20–99

Lewisham to Colchester by train

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Distance: 53.8 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a train from Lewisham DLR Station to Colchester via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford (London) in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lockmead Road to Coach Stop via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station in around 3h 32m.

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