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How to get from Leicester to Colchester?

Planning to travel to Leicester from Colchester and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Leicester to Colchester, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Leicester and Colchester, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Greater Anglia, National Express or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Leicester to Colchester, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Leicester Colchester trip.

For your trip from Leicester to Colchester, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Leicester to Colchester

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Leicester to Colchester, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Leicester to Colchester train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Leicester Colchester train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Leicester Colchester

Carpooling from Leicester to Colchester is perfect if you want to travel to Colchester in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Leicester or Colchester.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Leicester to Colchester transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Leicester Colchester Travel Information

Departure city
Leicester
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Colchester
United Kingdom
England
Distance
100 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and bus
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Plan your trip from Leicester to Colchester easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Leicester to Colchester easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Leicester and Colchester that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Greater Anglia, National Express or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Leicester and Colchester with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Leicester and Colchester

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Leicester to Colchester?
Economical A carpool from Leicester to Colchester is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Leicester and Colchester can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Leicester to Colchester?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Leicester and Colchester are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Comfort Leicester-Colchester buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Leicester to Colchester?
Accessibility The train stations in Leicester or Colchester are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost Leicester Colchester train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.

Where to start from in Leicester? Where do I arrive in Colchester?

Leicester Departure Bus Stations

Leicester
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Leicester (Fosse Park)
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Departure stations in Leicester

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Colchester arrival bus stations

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University of Essex
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Colchester Arrival Stations

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Colchester Town
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Bus Leicester Colchester

The duration of the bus trip between Leicester and Colchester usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Colchester for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Leicester from Colchester varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Colchester, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Leicester-Colchester bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Leicester Colchester

National Express
National Express
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Leicester Colchester

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Leicester to Colchester at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Leicester to Colchester. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

The average train journey time from Leicester to Colchester depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Colchester are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies between Leicester and Colchester

CrossCountry
CrossCountry
East Midlands Trains
East Midlands Trains
Greater Anglia
Greater Anglia
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Carpool Leicester Colchester

The average cost of a carpool ride from Leicester to Colchester depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Leicester-Colchester, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Leicester Colchester trip to discuss these issues.

The duration of a carpool trip between Leicester and Colchester also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Leicester Colchester

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