What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester is to subway and train which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from London Eye and arriving at Coach Stop via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Colchester is 56 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Colchester bus from?

Waterloo Station to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Eye station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Colchester train from?

Waterloo Station to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Colchester bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Colchester train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Stratford station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Colchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Waterloo Station to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Waterloo Station to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Colchester by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Stratford stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 8m
£16–44
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Colchestercar 57.7 mi
1h 22m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 14m
£22–42

Waterloo Station to Colchester by subway and train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from London Eye to Coach Stop via Coach Station in around 3h 14m.

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