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

The cheapest way to get from Shenfield to Colchester is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Shenfield to Colchester is to train which takes 33 min and costs £13 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Shenfield and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shenfield to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Hutton Road and arriving at High Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Shenfield and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shenfield and arriving at Colchester. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Shenfield to Colchester?

The distance between Shenfield and Colchester is 32 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shenfield to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £13 - £27.

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

The train from Shenfield to Colchester takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shenfield to Colchester bus from?

Shenfield to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Hutton Road station.

Where do I catch the Shenfield to Colchester train from?

Shenfield to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Shenfield station.

Train or bus from Shenfield to Colchester?

The best way to get from Shenfield to Colchester is to train which takes 33 min and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 351 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Shenfield to Colchester bus arrive?

Shenfield to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shenfield to Colchester train arrive?

Shenfield to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Shenfield to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shenfield to Colchester is 35 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Shenfield to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Colchester.

Can I share a ride from Shenfield to Colchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Shenfield and Colchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Shenfield to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 351 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shenfield to Colchester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Shenfield to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
33 min
£13–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brentwood to Colchesterrideshare 35.8 mi
1h
£3
Line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hutton Road to Bus Stationbus 351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
2h 28m
Drive 34.4 mi
1. Drive from Shenfield to Colchestercar 34.4 mi
40 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shenfield to Colchestertaxi 34.4 mi
40 min
£70–90

Shenfield to Colchester by train

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Distance: 31.3 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Shenfield to Colchester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hutton Road to High Street via Bus Station in around 2h 28m.

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