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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Whitstable via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Colchester to Whitstable?

The distance between Colchester and Whitstable is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Colchester to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Whitstable bus from?

Colchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Colchester to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Colchester to Whitstable bus arrive?

Colchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Colchester to Whitstable train arrive?

Colchester to Whitstable train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Whitstable is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Colchester to Whitstable.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Whitstable?

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 50m
£50–88
Drive 91.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Whitstablecar 91.6 mi
1h 38m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 9m
£32–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reachbus 007 / ...
5h 47m
£25–38

Colchester to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Whitstable via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach in around 5h 47m.

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