What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £65 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Colchester?

The distance between Port Talbot and Colchester is 234 miles. The road distance is 238.5 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £65 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Colchester?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Port Talbot to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Colchester bus from?

Port Talbot to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Colchester train from?

Port Talbot to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Colchester?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £65 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Colchester bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Colchester train arrive?

Port Talbot to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Colchester is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Port Talbot to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Colchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Colchester?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Port Talbot to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 43m
£66–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
7h 25m
£42–119
Drive 237.1 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Colchestercar 237.1 mi
4h 23m
£59–85

Port Talbot to Colchester by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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