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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Coach Stop via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Colchester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Colchester is 177 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Cheltenham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colchester bus from?

Cheltenham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colchester train from?

Cheltenham to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Colchester?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Colchester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cheltenham to Colchester.

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

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Cheltenham to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 10m
£78–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stopbus 816
6h 35m
£29–48
Drive 153.1 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Colchestercar 153.1 mi
2h 56m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 44m
£95–138

Cheltenham to Colchester by train

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Coach Stop via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 35m.

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