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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Colchester is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Ludlow and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Ludlow and arriving at Colchester via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Colchester?

The distance between Ludlow and Colchester is 257 miles. The road distance is 185.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £95 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Ludlow to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Ludlow to Colchester train arrive?

Ludlow to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Ludlow to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Colchester is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ludlow to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 979+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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 Ludlow to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
4h 33m
£96–224
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
7h 48m
£41–212
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Ludlow to Colchester184.9 mi
3h 49m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Wilmslow
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 6m
£117–308
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Compasses Inn to Bus Station435
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wolverhampton
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to London Euston
4. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
6h 12m

Ludlow to Colchester by train

210Weekly Trains

4h 33mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.3 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Ludlow to Colchester via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 33m.

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