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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Plymouth to Colchester

Composite routes from Plymouth to Colchester

Cheapest
4 h 57 min
Car
465 km.
from $25
Other
4 h 31 min
390 km.
from $319.41
7 h 41 min
Bus, Train
390 km.
from $79.32
7 h 51 min
Train, Plane
390 km.
from $382.89
7 h 15 min
Train, Plane
390 km.
from $273.11
7 h 24 min
Train, Plane
390 km.
from $209.54

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Exeter to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$253.16

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Exeter to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$53.16–$278.47

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Exeter to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$215.18–$620.23

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Exeter to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$215.18–$620.23

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$354.42

Aurigny

Website:
aurigny.com/
Plane from Exeter to London
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$227.84–$518.97

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Plymouth to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$151.89–$329.10
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Plymouth to St
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$69.62

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$101.26
Train from Plymouth to St
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Train from Shenfield to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Colchester is to night bus and train which costs $59.78 - $103.26 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Colchester via Paddington station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Colchester?

The distance between Plymouth and Colchester is 451 km. The road distance is 465.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Plymouth to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Colchester train from?

Plymouth to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Plymouth station.

Where does the Plymouth to Colchester train arrive?

Plymouth to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Colchester is 465 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Plymouth to Colchester.

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

Book your Plymouth to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 825+ hotels available in Colchester. Prices start at $40.99 per night.
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