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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Colchester is to bus and train which costs £27 - £80 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Coach Stop via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Colchester?

The distance between Llanelli and Colchester is 258 miles. The road distance is 260.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Llanelli to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Colchester bus from?

Llanelli to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Colchester train from?

Llanelli to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Colchester?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Llanelli to Colchester bus arrive?

Llanelli to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Llanelli to Colchester train arrive?

Llanelli to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Colchester is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Llanelli to Colchester.

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

Book your Llanelli to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Colchester.

Llanelli to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Llanelli to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
4h 53m
£74–164
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk046
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
9h 44m
£28–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
9h 25m
£43–113
Drive 258.9 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Colchestercar 258.9 mi
4h 48m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
8h 27m
£238–716

Llanelli to Colchester by train

196Weekly Trains

4h 53mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Llanelli to Colchester.

Launch map view

Distance: 256.8 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Coach Stop via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 9h 25m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.