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 £50 - £95 and takes 11h 28m.

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 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 Swansea, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

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 5h and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Llanelli to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Colchester train from?

Llanelli to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Where does the Llanelli to Colchester train arrive?

Llanelli to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington 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?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

There are 4 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 Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h
£113–226
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
11h 28m
£50–95
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 Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
8h 35m
£82–284

Llanelli to Colchester by train

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Distance: 256.8 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Colchester via Swansea, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h.

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