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

The cheapest way to get from Swaffham to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swaffham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £22.

How far is it from Swaffham to Colchester?

The distance between Swaffham and Colchester is 95 miles. The road distance is 61.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swaffham to Colchester without a car is to bus and train via Norwich which takes 2h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Swaffham to Colchester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swaffham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swaffham to Colchester is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Swaffham to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1013+ hotels available in Colchester.

Swaffham to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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

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Bus, train via Norwich
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Railway StationB / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to ColchesterNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 49m
Line 8 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Prince of Wales Road8
2. Take the train from Norwich to ColchesterNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
3h 2m
£13–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kings Arms to Transport InterchangeB / ...
2. Take the train from Kings Lynn to Ely
3. Take the train from Ely to Ipswich
3h 50m
Drive 61.1 mi
1. Drive from Swaffham to Colchester61.1 mi
1h 30m
£15–22

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swaffham to Colchester.

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Distance: 94.7 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Swaffham to Colchester. However, you can take the bus to Market Place, take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Norwich, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Arms to Colchester via Transport Interchange, Kings Lynn, Ely, and Ipswich in around 3h 50m.

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