What is the cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester is to line 88 bus and line 717 bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Needham Market and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Needham Market to Colchester. However, there are services departing from The Swan and arriving at Coach Stop via Cardinal Park Cinema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Needham Market and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Needham Market to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Needham Market and arriving at Colchester via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Needham Market to Colchester?

The distance between Needham Market and Colchester is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

How do I travel from Needham Market to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Needham Market to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Needham Market to Colchester?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Needham Market to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needham Market to Colchester bus from?

Needham Market to Colchester bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from The Swan station.

Where do I catch the Needham Market to Colchester train from?

Needham Market to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Needham Market station.

Train or bus from Needham Market to Colchester?

The best way to get from Needham Market to Colchester is to train which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 88 bus and line 717 bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Needham Market to Colchester bus arrive?

Needham Market to Colchester bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where does the Needham Market to Colchester train arrive?

Needham Market to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Needham Market to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham Market to Colchester is 24 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Needham Market to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Needham Market to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Needham Market to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 88 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Needham Market to Colchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Needham Market to Ipswichtrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
42 min
£12–22
Line 88 bus, line 717 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Swan to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 88
2. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stopbus 717
1h 41m
£5–10
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Needham Market to Colchestercar 23.7 mi
27 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham Market to Colchestertaxi 23.7 mi
27 min
£50–65
Line 88 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Swan to Old Cattle Market Bus Stationbus 88
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
2h 49m

Needham Market to Colchester by train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Needham Market, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Needham Market to Colchester via Ipswich in around 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Swan to Coach Stop via Old Cattle Market Bus Station and Cardinal Park Cinema in around 1h 41m.

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