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Durham to Colchester

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Durham, Great Britain → Colchester, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Durham to Colchester

Composite routes from Durham to Colchester

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Transport providers

Ryanair
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easyJet
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British Airways
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Ryanair UK
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Loganair
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Ryanair
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3h 45m
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
$41.77–$202.52
easyJet
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5h 45m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$88.60–$405.05
British Airways
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1h 22m
Every day
$69.62–$569.60
Ryanair UK
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3h 55m
Friday
$75.95–$278.47
Loganair
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1h 15m
Every day
$189.87–$696.18
Thameslink
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East Midlands Railways
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First Great Western Service
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National Express
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Cross Country
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LNER
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TransPennine Express Service
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Northern Rail
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South Western Railway
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Greater Anglia
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Thameslink
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33 min
Every 15 minutes
$21.52–$44.30
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
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East Midlands Railways
Website
1h 2m
Hourly
$30.38–$50.63
03457 125 678
03457 125 678
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First Great Western Service
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1h 39m
Hourly
$82.28–$177.21
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
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National Express
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1h 15m
Every 30 minutes
$20.25–$30.38
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Cross Country
Website
12 min
Hourly
$17.72–$37.97
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
Call Contact via email
LNER
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2h 54m
Hourly
$164.55–$240.50
+44 345 722 5333
+44 345 722 5333
Call Contact via email
TransPennine Express Service
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17 min
Hourly
$12.02–$30.38
+44 345 600 1671
+44 345 600 1671
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Northern Rail
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18 min
3 times a day
$6.33–$8.86
+44 800 200 6060
+44 800 200 6060
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South Western Railway
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1h 11m
Hourly
$49.37–$113.92
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
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Greater Anglia
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47 min
Every 15 minutes
$26.58–$37.97
Megabus UK
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Scottish Citylink
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TerraVision UK
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Megabus UK
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5h 30m
Once daily
$29.11–$40.50
Scottish Citylink
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5h 30m
Once daily
$82.28–$120.25
0141 352 4444
0141 352 4444
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TerraVision UK
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1h 31m
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$17.72–$21.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Colchester is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Colchester via London, Finchley Road and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Colchester via King's Cross and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Durham to Colchester?

The distance between Durham and Colchester is 494 km. The road distance is 439.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Durham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Colchester bus from?

Durham to Colchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Colchester?

The best way to get from Durham to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $152.17 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Durham to Colchester bus arrive?

Durham to Colchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where does the Durham to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Colchester is 439 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Durham to Colchester.

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

Book your Durham 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.
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