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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Peterborough to Colchester

Composite routes from Peterborough to Colchester

Cheapest
1 h 58 min
Car
135 km.
from $7
Other
1 h 49 min
108 km.
from $100.35

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 5
Thameslink
Website
LNER
Website
Great Northern
Website
Grand Central Trains
Website
Greater Anglia
Website
Thameslink
Website
1h 26m
Every 4 hours
$55.69–$113.92
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
Call
LNER
Website
47 min
Every 30 minutes
$88.60–$126.58
+44 345 722 5333
+44 345 722 5333
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Great Northern
Website
1h 9m
4 times a day
$43.04–$59.49
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
Call
Grand Central Trains
Website
49 min
Twice daily
$32.91–$35.44
+44 345 603 4852
+44 345 603 4852
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Greater Anglia
Website
46 min
Every 15 minutes
$26.58–$37.97
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Colchester is to drive which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Peterborough and arriving at Colchester. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Peterborough to Colchester?

The distance between Peterborough and Colchester is 208 km. The road distance is 158 km.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 49m and costs $53.26 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Peterborough to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Peterborough to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peterborough to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Colchester is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Peterborough to Colchester.

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

Book your Peterborough 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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