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

The cheapest way to get from Merstham to Colchester is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merstham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Merstham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Merstham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Merstham and arriving at Colchester via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Merstham to Colchester?

The distance between Merstham and Colchester is 74 miles. The road distance is 78 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merstham to Colchester without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 33m and costs £27 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Merstham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merstham to Colchester train from?

Merstham to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Merstham station.

Where does the Merstham to Colchester train arrive?

Merstham to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Merstham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Merstham to Colchester is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Merstham to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1017+ hotels available in Colchester.

Merstham to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merstham to Colchester by train, subway, bus, or car

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

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Merstham to London Bridge
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford station
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
1h 33m
£28–71
Drive 77.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merstham to Colchester77.5 mi
1h 24m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Coach StationA8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
3h 38m
£37–74
Line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3h 57m

Merstham to Colchester by train and subway

236Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Merstham to Coach Stop via London Bridge, London Bridge Bus Station, Primrose Street, Liverpool Street Station, and Coach Station in around 3h 38m.

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