What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Colchester is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Colchester?

The distance between Watford Junction and Colchester is 72 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £23 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Watford Junction to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Colchester train from?

Watford Junction to Colchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Colchester train arrive?

Watford Junction to Colchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Colchester is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Watford Junction to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Colchester.

Watford Junction to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Watford Junction to Colchester by train, car, bus, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 30m
£24–122
Drive 67.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Colchestercar 67.1 mi
1h 26m
£17–24
Line 142 bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Stanmore Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Stanmore station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
2h 19m
£18–49

Watford Junction to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

638Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Watford Junction to Colchester.

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 30m.

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