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 £50 - £130 and takes 9h 25m.

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 33m and costs £110 - £230.

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 Great Western Road and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

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 33m.

How far is it from Torquay to Colchester?

The distance between Torquay and Colchester is 258 miles. The road distance is 249 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 33m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m 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 National Express, depart from Great Western 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 33m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Torquay to Colchester bus arrive?

Torquay to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central 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 55m to drive from Torquay to Colchester.

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

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Torquay to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 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 Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 33m
£118–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
9h 25m
£51–123
Drive 247.5 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Colchestercar 247.5 mi
4h 55m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 37m
£151–351
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 13m
£116–254

Torquay to Colchester by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Torquay to Colchester.

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 9h 25m.

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