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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Colchester is to bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Colchester is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Norwich and arriving at Colchester High Street Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Norwich and arriving at Colchester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Norwich to Colchester?

The distance between Norwich and Colchester is 63 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £40.

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

The train from Norwich to Colchester takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Colchester bus from?

Norwich to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Norwich station.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Norwich to Colchester?

The best way to get from Norwich to Colchester is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Norwich to Colchester bus arrive?

Norwich to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Colchester High Street Stop station.

Where does the Norwich to Colchester train arrive?

Norwich to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Colchester is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Norwich to Colchester.

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

Book your Norwich to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Norwich to Colchester?

Book your Norwich to Colchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 998+ hotels available in Colchester.

Norwich to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Norwich to Colchester by train, 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.

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best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
59 min
£8–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester High Street Stopbus Uk007
2h 5m
£8–13
Drive 58.9 mi
1. Drive from Norwich to Colchestercar 58.9 mi
1h 19m
£15–21

Norwich to Colchester by train

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Map of how to get from Norwich to Colchester.

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Distance: 63.1 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Norwich to Colchester hourly. Tickets cost £8–40 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Norwich to Colchester High Street Stop once daily. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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