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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £430.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Colchester?

The distance between Runcorn and Colchester is 235 miles. The road distance is 211.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Runcorn to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Colchester train from?

Runcorn to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or fly from Runcorn to Colchester?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £430. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Runcorn to Colchester train arrive?

Runcorn to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Colchester is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Runcorn to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 936+ hotels available in Colchester.

Runcorn to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Runcorn to Colchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London EustonLiverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 11m
£74–428
Drive 210.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Colchester210.2 mi
4h 32m
£53–76
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
5h 51m
£60–128
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Smethwick Galton BridgeLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 30m
£84–175
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
6h 36m
£84–220
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewe
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 48m
£98–308
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
7h 19m
£76–198

Runcorn to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

100Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.9 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 4 times a day.

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