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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Colchester is to fly and train which costs £35 - £130 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Colchester is to fly and train which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Finchley Road Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Scotland to Colchester?

The distance between Scotland and Colchester is 455 miles. The road distance is 399.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Scotland to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Colchester bus from?

Scotland to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Colchester train from?

Scotland to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Colchester?

The best way to get from Scotland to Colchester is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Scotland to Colchester bus arrive?

Scotland to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Scotland to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Colchester is 399 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Scotland to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Scotland to Colchester - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London EustonGlasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 49m
£66–266
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchester
4h
£40–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
12h 23m
£46–115
Drive 396.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Colchester396.9 mi
7h
£97–140
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Colchester
8h 10m
£113–245
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchester
3h 40m
£41–134
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
4h 11m
£94–292
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
3h 46m
£94–298
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
4h 15m
£60–192
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
4h 36m
£70–206

Scotland to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

146Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.7 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Scotland and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Coach Stop via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, and Coach Station in around 12h 23m.

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