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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Colchester is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £15 - £22.

How far is it from Stansted to Colchester?

The distance between Stansted and Colchester is 74 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Colchester without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 24m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Stansted to Colchester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Stansted to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Colchester is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Stansted to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1009+ hotels available in Colchester.

Stansted to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 429 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Stansted to Ebbsfleet International
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 24m
£50–117
Drive 61.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to Colchester61.2 mi
1h 9m
£15–22
Line 429 bus, line 96 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Portobello Inn to Home Gardens429 / ...
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Woolwich Arsenal Station96
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 48m
£25–81

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stansted to Colchester.

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Distance: 73.6 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Colchester via Western Road, Borough Green & Wrotham, London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 48m.

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