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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Colchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Colchester?

The distance between Whitstable and Colchester is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £29 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Whitstable to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Colchester train from?

Whitstable to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Colchester?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £29 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 300 bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Whitstable to Colchester train arrive?

Whitstable to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Colchester is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Whitstable to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Colchester.

Whitstable to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford InternationalRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 4m
£29–124
Drive 91.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Colchester91.7 mi
1h 39m
£23–33
Bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationx80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
6h 6m

Whitstable to Colchester by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 4mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitstable to Osborne Street via Rainham (Kent), Greenhithe for Bluewater, Railway Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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