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

The cheapest way to get from Southwark to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwark to Colchester is to subway and train which takes 1h 8m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Southwark and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Southwark station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Southwark station and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Southwark to Colchester?

The distance between Southwark and Colchester is 56 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwark to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 8m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Southwark to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Colchester train from?

Southwark to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Southwark station.

Where does the Southwark to Colchester train arrive?

Southwark to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Stratford station.

Can I drive from Southwark to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwark to Colchester is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Southwark to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

Southwark to Colchester - 2 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Southwark to Colchester by subway, train, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Southwark station to Stratford stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 8m
£19–29
Drive 57.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwark to Colchestercar 57.1 mi
1h 20m
£14–21

Southwark to Colchester by subway and train

507Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Southwark to Colchester. However, you can take the subway to Stratford station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can drive from Southwark to Colchester in around 1h 20m.

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