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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Colchester is to bus and train which costs £25 - £75 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Wales to Colchester?

The distance between Wales and Colchester is 201 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Wales to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Colchester bus from?

Wales to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Colchester train from?

Wales to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Colchester?

The best way to get from Wales to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Wales to Colchester bus arrive?

Wales to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Colchester is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Wales to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wales to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 7m
£66–144
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 40m
£26–71
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Colchestercar 209.6 mi
4h
£52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 1m
£94–296
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
6h 25m
£43–90

Wales to Colchester by train

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 25m.

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