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Darlington to Colchester

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Darlington, Great Britain → Colchester, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darlington to Colchester

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$18.99–$151.89

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$367.08
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Newcastle to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$607.57
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$759.47

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$265.81

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$759.47

Train operators

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:
$18.99–$27.85

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$69.62
Train from Darlington to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$291.13

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to King's
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$151.89–$215.18
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93
Train from Darlington to Peterborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21
Train from Darlington to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$40.50

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$113.92

Greater Anglia

Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Train from Peterborough to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Colchester is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $152.17 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Colchester via King's Cross and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Darlington to Colchester?

The distance between Darlington and Colchester is 459 km. The road distance is 410.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $152.17 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Darlington to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Colchester train from?

Darlington to Colchester train services, operated by LNER, depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Darlington to Colchester train arrive?

Darlington to Colchester train services, operated by LNER, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Colchester is 410 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Darlington to Colchester.

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

Book your Darlington to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 847+ hotels available in Colchester. Prices start at $39.65 per night.
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