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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Watford and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Watford station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Watford to Colchester?

The distance between Watford and Colchester is 73 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 51m and costs £19 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Watford to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Watford to Colchester train arrive?

Watford to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Watford to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Colchester is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Watford to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Colchester.

Watford to Colchester - 2 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Watford to Colchester by subway, train, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 51m
£19–51
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Colchestercar 67.6 mi
1h 26m
£17–24

Watford to Colchester by subway and train

330Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.8 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Watford to Colchester. However, you can take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can drive from Watford to Colchester in around 1h 26m.

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