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How to get from Southend Airport to Colchester by bus and train?
From Southend Airport to Colchester by bus and train
To get from Southend Airport to Colchester you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Southend Airport station to Shenfield station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the 54 bus from Hythe Railway Station, the Hythe station to Osborne Street, Colchester City Centre station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Southend Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.
92min
54
Leaves from Southend Airport
Step by Step
- 1
Start from train stationSouthend Airport - 2Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIALondon Liverpool Street
- 3
Ride to train stationShenfield28 min - 4Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIAClacton-On-Sea
- 5Ride to train stationHythe (Essex)39 min
- 6Walk to bus stationHythe Railway Station, the Hythe50 m • 1 min
- 754Wait for bus54Colchester City Centre
- 8Ride to bus stationOsborne Street, Colchester City CentreID Ab9 min
- 9Walk toColchesterOsborne Street50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
From Southend Airport to Colchester by train
To get from Southend Airport to Colchester you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Southend Airport station to Shenfield station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Colchester station to Colchester Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Southend Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.
90min
Leaves from Southend Airport
Step by Step
- 1Start from train stationSouthend Airport
- 2Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIALondon Liverpool Street
- 3Ride to train stationShenfield28 min
- 4Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIAClacton-On-Sea
- 5Ride to train stationColchester33 min
- 6Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIAColchester Town
- 7Ride to train stationColchester Town7 min
- 8Walk toColchesterOsborne Street230 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Public transport directions from Southend Airport to Colchester
The distance between Southend Airport and Colchester is approximately 88.25 km, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southend Airport 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 schedule from Southend Airport to Colchester
To check the bus and train schedule from Southend Airport to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Southend Airport) 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.
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From Southend Airport to Colchester by train
To get from Southend Airport to Colchester you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Southend Airport station to Shenfield station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Colchester station to Colchester Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Southend Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.
90min
Leaves from Southend Airport
Step by Step
- 1Start from train stationSouthend Airport
- 2Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIALondon Liverpool Street
- 3Ride to train stationShenfield28 min
- 4Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIAClacton-On-Sea
- 5Ride to train stationColchester33 min
- 6Wait for trainGREATER ANGLIAColchester Town
- 7Ride to train stationColchester Town7 min
- 8Walk toColchesterOsborne Street230 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
What is the fastest way to get from Southend Airport to Colchester?
The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line 54.
What is the alternative route to get from Southend Airport to Colchester?
The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.
Is there a direct train between Southend Airport and Colchester?
No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.
Which train line goes from Southend Airport to Colchester?
The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from London Liverpool Street station near Southend Airport in Rochford to Shenfield station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Shenfield station near Colchester.
How long does it take to travel from Southend Airport to Colchester by train and bus?
The total travel time between Southend Airport and Colchester by train and bus is about 1 hr 32 min.
Where do I get on the train near Southend Airport to get to Colchester?
Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the London Liverpool Street station near Southend Airport in Rochford.
Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southend Airport and Colchester?
Get off the train at the Shenfield stop, which is closest to Colchester.
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