How to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester by bus and train?

From Saffron Walden to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Saffron Walden to Colchester you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 321 bus from Council Offices, Saffron Walden station to Railway Station, Audley End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Liverpool Street station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 37 min. The bus and train schedule from Saffron Walden may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 321321
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Council Offices, Saffron Walden

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Council Offices, Saffron Walden
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 321321
    Wait for bus
    321
    Newport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station, Audley End
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Audley End
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    63 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    61 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Saffron Walden to Colchester

The distance between Saffron Walden and Colchester is approximately 154.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 157 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Saffron Walden to Colchester by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Colchester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Saffron Walden to Colchester

To check the bus and train timetable from Saffron Walden to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Saffron Walden) and destination (Colchester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester?

    The fastest way takes 157 minutes, using Bus line 321, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Saffron Walden to Colchester?

    The 321 bus line goes from Council Offices, Saffron Walden station near Saffron Walden in Saffron Walden to Railway Station, Audley End station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Railway Station, Audley End station near Colchester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Saffron Walden to Colchester by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Saffron Walden and Colchester by bus and train is about 2 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Saffron Walden to get to Colchester?

    Get on the 321 bus from the Council Offices, Saffron Walden stop near Saffron Walden in Saffron Walden.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Saffron Walden and Colchester?

    Get off the bus at the Railway Station, Audley End station, which is closest to Colchester.

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