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

The cheapest way to get from Wantage to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wantage to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Wantage to Colchester?

The distance between Wantage and Colchester is 122 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wantage to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 39m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Wantage to Colchester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Wantage to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wantage to Colchester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Wantage to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester.

Wantage to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 351 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wantage to Colchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Parkway StationX36 / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
2h 39m
£48–116
Drive 123.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wantage to Colchester123.3 mi
2h 38m
£30–44
Bus, train, line 351 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Parkway StationX36 / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Brentwood
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
5h 1m

Wantage to Colchester by bus and train

282Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wantage to Colchester.

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Wantage to Colchester. However, you can take the bus to Parkway Station, walk to Didcot Parkway, take the train to London Paddington, take the train to Stratford, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Osborne Street via Parkway Station, Didcot Parkway, London Paddington, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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