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Calais, France → Colchester, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Calais to Colchester

Composite routes from Calais to Colchester

Cheapest
2 h 51 min
Car
231 km.
from $12
Other
4 h 39 min
Bus, Train
122 km.
from $49.03
6 h 38 min
123 km.
from $75.88
8 h 45 min
Bus, Train
122 km.
from $57.33

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Calais to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$27.17

Autostradale

Phone:
+39 02 3008 9000
Email:
Website:
autostradale.it/
Bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$17.39

Trans Nicolaescu

Phone:
0745 638 910
Email:
Website:
transnicolaescu.ro/
Bus from Calais to London
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.78

Airport Bus Express

Phone:
0044 (0) 1279681984
Email:
Website:
airportbusexpress.co.uk/
Bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.28

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Calais to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$38.04–$45.65

Train operators

Eurotunnel

Phone:
+44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
Website:
eurotunnel.com/uk/
Train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.74–$31.52
Train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Colchester is to bus and train which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Colchester is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Colchester via Stratford City Bus Station and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Calais to Colchester?

The distance between Calais and Colchester is 290 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Calais to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Colchester bus from?

Calais to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where does the Calais to Colchester bus arrive?

Calais to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montifichet Road Stop U station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Colchester?

Colchester is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 18:55 in Calais and 17:55 in Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

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