How to get from Woodford Green to Colchester by Tube, bus and train?

From Woodford Green to Colchester by Tube, bus and train

To get from Woodford Green to Colchester you’ll need to take one bus line, one Tube line and one train line: take the 179 bus from Monkhams Lane (A) station to South Woodford Station (C) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CENTRAL Tube and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Stratford station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The Tube, bus and train schedule from Woodford Green may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube, bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 179179
Tube - CENTRAL
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Monkhams Lane (A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Monkhams Lane (A)
    ID A
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 179179
    Wait for bus
    179
    Ilford
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Woodford Station (C)
    ID C
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    South Woodford
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Tube - CENTRAL
    Wait for Tube
    CENTRAL
    West Ruislip
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Stratford
    ID 940GZZLUSTD
    11 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Woodford Green to Colchester

The distance between Woodford Green and Colchester is approximately 86.26 km, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Woodford Green to Colchester by Tube, bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Colchester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube, Bus And Train timetable from Woodford Green to Colchester

To check the Tube, bus and train timetable from Woodford Green to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Woodford Green) and destination (Colchester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube, bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube, bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest Tube, bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Woodford Green to Colchester?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 179, Tube line CENTRAL, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Woodford Green and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one Tube line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Woodford Green to Colchester?

    The 179 bus line goes from Monkhams Lane (A) station near Woodford Green in Woodford to South Woodford Station (C) station. From there you’ll have to take one Tube line and one train line till South Woodford Station (C) station near Colchester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Woodford Green to Colchester by bus, Tube and train?

    The total travel time between Woodford Green and Colchester by bus, Tube and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Woodford Green to get to Colchester?

    Get on the 179 bus from the Monkhams Lane (A) stop near Woodford Green in Woodford.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Woodford Green and Colchester?

    Get off the bus at the South Woodford Station (C) station, which is closest to Colchester.

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