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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Colchester is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E3 and arriving at Coach Stop via Finchley Road Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Colchester via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Colchester?

The distance between Sheffield and Colchester is 219 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Sheffield to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Colchester bus from?

Sheffield to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E3 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Colchester train from?

Sheffield to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Colchester?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Sheffield to Colchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Colchester train arrive?

Sheffield to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Colchester is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Sheffield to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sheffield to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Sheffield to Colchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Sheffield to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Sheffield to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 12m
£52–184
Train via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sheffield to LeicesterSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 10m
£27–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E3 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 / ...
7h 3m
£29–56
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Colchester167.5 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 2m
£95–297
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Sheffield to PeterboroughLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to ColchesterPeterborough - Colchester
5h 1m
£61–176
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
6h 31m
£71–186
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LBA - STN
6h 59m
£66–158

Sheffield to Colchester by train and subway

213Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Colchester.

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Distance: 217.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Colchester via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E3 to Coach Stop via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, and Coach Station in around 7h 3m.

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