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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ipswich to Colchester

Composite routes from Ipswich to Colchester

Cheapest
25 min
Car
29 km.
from $1
Other
1 h 23 min
Bus
26 km.
from €16.30
Details

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Ipswich to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Ipswich to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Bus operators

Ipswich Buses

Phone:
+44 800 919390
Email:
info@ipswichbuses.co.uk
Website:
ipswichbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Railway Station to Osborne
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Colchester is to rideshare which costs $2.54 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Colchester is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Old Cattle Market Bus Station station and arriving at Osborne Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich and arriving at Colchester. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Ipswich to Colchester?

The distance between Ipswich and Colchester is 27 km. The road distance is 27.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

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

The train from Ipswich to Colchester takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Colchester bus from?

Ipswich to Colchester bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Colchester train from?

Ipswich to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Colchester?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Colchester is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Ipswich to Colchester bus arrive?

Ipswich to Colchester bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Osborne Street station.

What is the time difference between Ipswich and Colchester?

It is currently 18:02 at both, Ipswich and Colchester.

Where does the Ipswich to Colchester train arrive?

Ipswich to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Colchester is 28 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Ipswich to Colchester.

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

Book your Ipswich 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.

Can I share a ride from Ipswich to Colchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ipswich and Colchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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