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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Colchester is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Coach Stop via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Colchester?

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

How far is it from Solihull to Colchester?

The distance between Solihull and Colchester is 160 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Solihull to Colchester bus from?

Solihull to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Colchester train from?

Solihull to Colchester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Colchester?

The best way to get from Solihull to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Solihull to Colchester bus arrive?

Solihull to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Solihull to Colchester train arrive?

Solihull to Colchester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Colchester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Solihull to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Solihull to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 4 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 3m
£38–153
Drive 139.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solihull to Colchester139.9 mi
2h 47m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Station777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
6h 22m
£41–92
Line 4 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Park St4 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus InterchangeX20
4. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head StreetX20
6h 57m

Solihull to Colchester by train, foot, and subway

179Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Colchester via London Marylebone, Baker Street station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Coach Stop via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal and Coach Station in around 6h 22m.

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