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 bus between Potters Bar and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Potters Bar to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Tesco and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station, Temp Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

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 38m.

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 38m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Potters Bar to Colchester, including transfers.

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

Potters Bar to Colchester bus services, operated by Uno, depart from Tesco station.

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.

Train or bus from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 15 bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Potters Bar to Colchester bus arrive?

Potters Bar to Colchester bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at Bus 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?

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Potters Bar to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 15 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 Moorgatetrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 38m
£26–37
Drive 55.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Potters Bar to Colchestercar 55.9 mi
1h 9m
£14–20
Bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco to Bus Stationbus 242
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temp Bus Stationbus 15 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 11m

Potters Bar to Colchester by train and foot

324Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tesco to Osborne Street via Bus Station, Temp Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 11m.

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