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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rayleigh to Colchester

Composite routes from Rayleigh to Colchester

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Transport providers

Train operators

Greater Anglia

Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Rayleigh to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Train from Shenfield to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.76–$16.46
Train from Chelmsford to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Bus operators

First Essex

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/essex
Bus from Eastwood Road to Bus
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Bus from Bus Station to High
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Colchester is to drive which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Colchester is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Eastwood Road and arriving at High Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Colchester via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Colchester?

The distance between Rayleigh and Colchester is 71 km. The road distance is 57.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Rayleigh to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Colchester bus from?

Rayleigh to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Eastwood Road station.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Colchester train from?

Rayleigh to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Colchester?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Colchester bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Colchester train arrive?

Rayleigh to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Colchester is 57 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Rayleigh to Colchester.

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

Book your Rayleigh 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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