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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Colchester is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £75 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cary Parade and arriving at Head Street via Sherborne Road, Bampfylde Street, London Victoria, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Colchester via Newton Abbot, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Torquay to Colchester?

The distance between Torquay and Colchester is 258 miles. The road distance is 249.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £75 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Torquay to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Colchester bus from?

Torquay to Colchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Sherborne Road station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Colchester train from?

Torquay to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Colchester?

The best way to get from Torquay to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £75 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 12h 14m.

Where does the Torquay to Colchester bus arrive?

Torquay to Colchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Torquay to Colchester train arrive?

Torquay to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Colchester is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Torquay to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Torquay to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Torquay to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 31m
£77–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach StationA8 / ...
12h 14m
£29–70
Drive 247.7 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Colchester247.7 mi
4h 53m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 52m
£132–339

Torquay to Colchester by train

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Colchester via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cary Parade to Head Street via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, London Victoria, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 12h 14m.

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