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

The cheapest way to get from Swaffham to Colchester is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 17m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Swaffham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swaffham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Colchester High Street Stop via Market Place and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 line 8 bus and train which takes 2h 39m and costs £12 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Swaffham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swaffham to Colchester bus from?

Swaffham to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Norwich station.

Where does the Swaffham to Colchester bus arrive?

Swaffham to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Colchester High Street Stop station.

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 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

Line 8 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Prince of Wales Roadbus 8 / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 39m
£12–44
Drive 61.1 mi
1. Drive from Swaffham to Colchestercar 61.1 mi
1h 30m
£15–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Railway Stationbus A / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 39m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester High Street Stopbus Uk007
4h 17m
£12–17

Swaffham to Colchester by bus and train

230Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Swaffham to Colchester.

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Distance: 94.4 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Norwich to Colchester High Street Stop once daily. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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