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 - £20 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 7m and costs £16 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Colchester?

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

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 7m.

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 7m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Southwark to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Colchester bus from?

Southwark to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road station.

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 bus arrive?

Southwark to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach 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?

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Southwark to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Southwark to Colchester by subway, train, bus, 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 7m
£16–44
Drive 57.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwark to Colchestercar 57.1 mi
1h 20m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road to Coach Stationbus A8
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 7m
£24–44

Southwark to Colchester by subway and train

507Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road to Coach Stop via Coach Station in around 3h 7m.

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