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

The cheapest way to get from Trowbridge to Colchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trowbridge to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Trowbridge and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Trowbridge to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Trowbridge and arriving at Colchester via Westbury (Wilts), London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Trowbridge to Colchester?

The distance between Trowbridge and Colchester is 167 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trowbridge to Colchester without a car is to bus and train via Chippenham which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Trowbridge to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trowbridge to Colchester train from?

Trowbridge to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or fly from Trowbridge to Colchester?

The best way to get from Trowbridge to Colchester is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Trowbridge to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trowbridge to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Trowbridge to Colchester is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Trowbridge to Colchester.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Trowbridge to Colchester by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train via Chippenham
best
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury to Rail Station Forecourt CX34
2. Take the train from Chippenham to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
3h 43m
£52–171
Drive 162.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Trowbridge to Colchester162.8 mi
3h 18m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Hammersmith Bus StationSf3
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 20m
Fly
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
6h 32m
£81–160
Train
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 47m
£64–173

Trowbridge to Colchester by bus and train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Ryanair and easyJet fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Trowbridge to Colchester via Westbury (Wilts), London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 47m.

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