How to get from Sudbury Town to Colchester by bus and train?

Sudbury Town to Colchester - Bus Timetable

The 487 bus from Sudbury Town to Colchester runs from 00:16 to 23:55, with departures every 10 min-5 hr 10 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 11 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Sudbury Town to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Sudbury Town to Colchester you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 487 bus from Sudbury Town Station (D) station to Gypsy Corner (R) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH 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 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Sudbury Town may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487487
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Walk to Colchester
Leaves from Sudbury Town Station (D)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sudbury Town Station (D)
    ID D
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487487
    Wait for bus
    487
    Willesden Junction
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gypsy Corner (R)
    ID R
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Acton Main Line
    610 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Abbey Wood
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    20 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    46 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colchester
    Walk to
    Colchester
    Osborne Street
    1.99 km • 25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sudbury Town to Colchester

The distance between Sudbury Town and Colchester is approximately 104.68 km, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sudbury Town 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 Sudbury Town to Colchester

To check the bus and train timetable from Sudbury Town to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sudbury Town) 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 Sudbury Town to Colchester?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Bus line 487, Train line ELIZABETH, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sudbury Town and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sudbury Town to Colchester?

    The 487 bus line goes from Sudbury Town Station (D) station near Sudbury Town in Sudbury to Gypsy Corner (R) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Gypsy Corner (R) station near Colchester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sudbury Town to Colchester by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Sudbury Town and Colchester by bus and train is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sudbury Town to get to Colchester?

    Get on the 487 bus from the Sudbury Town Station (D) stop near Sudbury Town in Sudbury.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sudbury Town and Colchester?

    Get off the bus at the Gypsy Corner (R) station, which is closest to Colchester.

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