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 48m.

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 48m and costs £35 - £55.

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 5m.

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 5m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Solihull to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Colchester train from?

Solihull to Colchester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull 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 48m 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?

There are 987+ hotels available in Colchester.

Solihull to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 4 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Solihull 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 Solihull to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 5m
£74–135
Drive 139.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solihull to Colchestercar 139.9 mi
2h 48m
£35–51
Line 4 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Park Stbus 4 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
4. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head Streetbus X20
7h 3m
£91–129

Solihull to Colchester by train, foot, and subway

179Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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 5m.

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