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How to get from Ashford to Colchester by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Ashford to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Stratford International station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA bus from Billericay station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The ride fare is £13.20.

172min£13.20
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Bus - GREATER ANGLIAGREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Ashford International

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ashford
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    St Pancras International
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford International
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stratford
    680 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Wickford
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Billericay
    28 min
  • 7
    Bus - GREATER ANGLIAGREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for bus
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Bus Replacement: Colchester
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Colchester
    Ride to bus station
    Colchester
    69 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ashford to Colchester

The distance between Ashford, London and Colchester, London is approximately 103.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 172 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ashford to Colchester by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Ashford

Ashford is located at Ashford, London and the nearest public transport station is Ashford International.

Bus stations close to Ashford:

  • Ashford International
  • Ashford International Railway Station, Ashford
  • Vicarage Lane, Ashford

Public transport stations close to Colchester, London

Colchester is located at Colchester, London and the nearest public transport station is Groves Close, Colchester.

Train stations close to Colchester:

  • Colchester Town

Bus stations close to Colchester:

  • Groves Close, Colchester
  • The Bricklayers Arms, Colchester
  • Bruff Close, Colchester

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Colchester?

    The fastest way takes 172 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct train between Ashford and Colchester in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ashford to Colchester in London?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from St Pancras International station near Ashford to Stratford International station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Stratford International station near Colchester in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Ashford to Colchester in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ashford and Colchester in London by train and bus is about 2 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ashford to get to Colchester in London?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the St Pancras International station near Ashford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ashford and Colchester in London?

    Get off the train at the Stratford International stop, which is closest to Colchester in London.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ashford to Colchester?

    The ride from Ashford to Colchester costs £13.20.

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