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Shrewsbury to Colchester

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3 h 19 min
318 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Shrewsbury to Colchester

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Cheapest
By car (318 km)
3 h 19 min
318 km.
from $17
Other
Rideshare
3 h 19 min
318 km.
from $12.10
Train
3 h 44 min
264 km.
from $206.05
Train, bus via Coventry, Train, bus via Coventry
8 h 45 min
264 km.
from $65.48
Bus
8 h 30 min
264 km.
from $114.39
Train, Plane
5 h 36 min
264 km.
from $242.71
Train, Bus
7 h 1 min
264 km.
from $285.59

Transport providers

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$62.02–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Shrewsbury to Digbeth
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Bus from Birmingham to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from Coventry to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Birmingham New Street to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$32.91
Train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslow
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$40.50

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Colchester is to train and bus via Coventry which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Colchester via Birmingham and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Colchester via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Colchester?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Colchester is 337 km. The road distance is 317.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Shrewsbury to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Colchester bus from?

Shrewsbury to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Colchester train from?

Shrewsbury to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Colchester?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Colchester bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Digbeth station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Colchester train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Colchester is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Shrewsbury to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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