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361 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cardiff to Colchester

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Cheapest
By car (361 km)
3 h 50 min
361 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
3 h 50 min
361 km.
from $13.73
Train
3 h 9 min
284 km.
from $223.11
Bus, Train
6 h 11 min
284 km.
from $69.17
Bus
7 h 2 min
285 km.
from $111.68

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$21.52

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

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 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 Cardiff to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to bus and train which costs $50 - $86.96 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Colchester via London Victoria and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Colchester via Paddington station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Colchester?

The distance between Cardiff and Colchester is 323 km. The road distance is 359.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colchester train from?

Cardiff to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Colchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Colchester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Colchester train arrive?

Cardiff to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Colchester is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Colchester.

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

Book your Cardiff 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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