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

The cheapest way to get from Woolwich to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Woolwich to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Woolwich and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Woolwich to Colchester. However, there are services departing from North Woolwich Free Ferry and arriving at Coach Stop via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Woolwich and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Woolwich station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Woolwich to Colchester?

The distance between Woolwich and Colchester is 53 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolwich to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Woolwich to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to Colchester bus from?

Woolwich to Colchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from North Woolwich Free Ferry station.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to Colchester train from?

Woolwich to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Train or bus from Woolwich to Colchester?

The best way to get from Woolwich to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 473 bus and bus, which costs £21 - £75 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Woolwich to Colchester bus arrive?

Woolwich to Colchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Stratford Bus Station.

Where does the Woolwich to Colchester train arrive?

Woolwich to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford DLR Station.

Can I drive from Woolwich to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolwich to Colchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Woolwich to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Woolwich to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, line 473 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 10m
£16–43
Drive 58.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Woolwich to Colchestercar 58.1 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Line 473 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Stratford Bus Stationbus 473
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 7m
£22–73

Woolwich to Colchester by train

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Colchester via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford (London) in around 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Coach Stop via Stratford Bus Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 3h 7m.

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