What is the cheapest way to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between St Mary Cray and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from St Mary Cray to Colchester. However, there are services departing from St Mary Cray and arriving at Colchester via Elephant & Castle station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

The distance between St Mary Cray and Colchester is 68 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

How do I travel from St Mary Cray to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £24 - £65.

How long does it take to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from St Mary Cray to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Mary Cray to Colchester train from?

St Mary Cray to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from St Mary Cray station.

Where does the St Mary Cray to Colchester train arrive?

St Mary Cray to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Elephant & Castle station.

Can I drive from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between St Mary Cray to Colchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from St Mary Cray to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from St Mary Cray to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1025+ hotels available in Colchester.

St Mary Cray to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 51 bus

There are 3 ways to get from St Mary Cray 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 St Mary Cray to Elephant & CastleSevenoaks - London Blackfriars / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 47m
£24–63
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St Mary Cray to Colchester57.7 mi
1h 8m
£15–21
Line 51 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Station Approach / St Mary Cray to Beresford Sq /Woolwich Arsenal51
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 11m
£17–96

St Mary Cray to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

262Weekly Services

1h 47mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between St Mary Cray, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from St Mary Cray to Colchester via Elephant & Castle, Elephant & Castle station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 47m.

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