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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester

Composite routes from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester

Cheapest
2 h 28 min
Car
234 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 47 min
184 km.
from $133.15
4 h 30 min
184 km.
from $93

Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Other from Portsmouth Harbour to Horsham
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Other from Horsham to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$58.23

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Other from Portsmouth Harbour to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$48.10–$113.92

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Other from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Other from Shenfield to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester is to drive which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth Harbour and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth Harbour and arriving at Colchester via London Waterloo and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Colchester is 209 km. The road distance is 234 km.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester train from?

Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth Harbour station.

Train, bus or fly from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 . There are no good options to bus or fly between Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester train arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour to Colchester?

Book your Portsmouth Harbour 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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