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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Colchester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Worcester to Colchester?

The distance between Worcester and Colchester is 177 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Worcester to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Colchester train from?

Worcester to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.

Where does the Worcester to Colchester train arrive?

Worcester to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Worcester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Colchester is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Worcester to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester.

Worcester to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Worcester to Colchester by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to London PaddingtonGreat Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 26m
£39–114
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New StreetHereford - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 44m
£25–166
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Worcester to Colchester159.4 mi
3h 18m
£39–57

Worcester to Colchester by train

141Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Worcester to Colchester.

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 26m.

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