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

The cheapest way to get from Upminster to Colchester is to line 351 bus and line 371 bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Upminster to Colchester is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Upminster and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Upminster station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Upminster Station and arriving at High Street via Brentwood station and Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Upminster and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Upminster to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Upminster and arriving at Colchester via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Upminster to Colchester?

The distance between Upminster and Colchester is 60 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upminster to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Upminster to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upminster to Colchester bus from?

Upminster to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Brentwood station.

Where do I catch the Upminster to Colchester train from?

Upminster to Colchester train services, operated by c2c, depart from Upminster station.

Train or bus from Upminster to Colchester?

The best way to get from Upminster to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 351 bus and line 371 bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Upminster to Colchester bus arrive?

Upminster to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Where does the Upminster to Colchester train arrive?

Upminster to Colchester train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Upminster to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Upminster to Colchester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Upminster to Colchester.

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

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Upminster to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 351 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Upminster to Colchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Upminster to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 6m
£27–57
Line 351 bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Retail Marketbus 351
2. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 371 / ...
2h 46m
£8–13
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Upminster to Colchestercar 41.9 mi
49 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upminster to Colchestertaxi 41.9 mi
49 min
£85–110
Line 346 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Upminster Station to Harold Wood Stationbus 346
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
1h 12m
£20–38

Upminster to Colchester by train and subway

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Distance: 59.6 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a train from Upminster to Colchester via West Ham, West Ham station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Upminster Station to High Street via Harold Wood Station, Harold Wood, Brentwood, Brentwood station, Retail Market, and Cathedral in around 2h 46m.

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