What is the cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Potters Bar and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Potters Bar to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Potters Bar and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The distance between Potters Bar and Colchester is 66 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

How do I travel from Potters Bar to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £24 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Potters Bar to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potters Bar to Colchester train from?

Potters Bar to Colchester train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Potters Bar station.

Where does the Potters Bar to Colchester train arrive?

Potters Bar to Colchester train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Potters Bar to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Potters Bar to Colchester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Potters Bar to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Potters Bar to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester.

Potters Bar to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 313 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Potters Bar to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Potters Bar to MoorgateWelwyn Garden City - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 39m
£25–58
Drive 55.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Potters Bar to Colchester55.9 mi
1h 9m
£14–20
Line 313 bus, line 179 bus, train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco to Chingford Station313
2. Take the bus from Chingford Station to Ilford Station179
3. Take the train from Ilford to Brentwood
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
5h 3m

Potters Bar to Colchester by train and foot

332Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Potters Bar, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Potters Bar to Colchester via Moorgate and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 39m.

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