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

The cheapest way to get from Sheerness to Colchester is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheerness to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Sheerness and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Sheerness to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sheerness-on-Sea and arriving at Colchester via Sittingbourne, Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Sheerness to Colchester?

The distance between Sheerness and Colchester is 94 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheerness to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Sheerness to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheerness to Colchester train from?

Sheerness to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Sittingbourne station.

Where does the Sheerness to Colchester train arrive?

Sheerness to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Sheerness to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheerness to Colchester is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Sheerness to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester.

Sheerness to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Sheerness to Colchester by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Stratford InternationalFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 29m
£32–89
Drive 84.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheerness to Colchester84.3 mi
1h 30m
£21–30
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Sheerness to Travel Centre
2. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus StationX30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Street371 / ...
3h 56m
Line 334 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Millennium Way to Bus Hub334 / ...
2. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Stratford International
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stop816
4h 57m

Sheerness to Colchester by train

176Weekly Trains

2h 29mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sheerness to Colchester.

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Sheerness-on-Sea to Colchester via Sittingbourne, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 29m.

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