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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cambridge to Colchester

Composite routes from Cambridge to Colchester

Cheapest
1 h 7 min
Car
95 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cambridge to London
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cambridge to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Cambridge to Ipswich
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50
Train from Cambridge to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32

Bus operators

Stephensons of Essex

Phone:
01376 503050
Email:
customerservices@stephensonsofessex.com
Website:
stephensonsofessex.com/
Bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.15–$2.78

Hedingham & Chambers

Phone:
+44 330 102 0801
Email:
services@hedingham.co.uk
Website:
hedinghamandchambers.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Bus from Bus Station to Osborne
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.18–$5.70

First Essex

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Email:
stcessex@firstbus.co.uk
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/essex
Bus from Coach Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Bus Interchange to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly

Arriva Herts and Essex

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/herts-and-essex/
Bus from Coach Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Mulleys Motorways

Phone:
01284702830
Website:
mulleys.co.uk/
Bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) is to drive which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Colchester (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Railway Station Layby via London Stansted Airport and Osborne Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Colchester (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Colchester (Station). However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Colchester via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

The distance between Cambridge and Colchester (Station) is 116 km. The road distance is 93.7 km.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Colchester (Station) bus from?

Cambridge to Colchester (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cambridge station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Colchester (Station) train from?

Cambridge to Colchester (Station) train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Colchester (Station) is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $51.09 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Cambridge to Colchester (Station) bus arrive?

Cambridge to Colchester (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Stansted Airport station.

Where does the Cambridge to Colchester (Station) train arrive?

Cambridge to Colchester (Station) train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Colchester (Station) is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Cambridge to Colchester (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Colchester (Station)?

Book your Cambridge to Colchester (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester (Station)?

There are 936+ hotels available in Colchester (Station). Prices start at $40.99 per night.
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