How to travel from Paris to Colchester

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Compare flight for Paris to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $573.

Distance: 219 miles (353 km)

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$47

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$573

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$93

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3h 59m

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5h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Colchester is a train with an average price of $47.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Colchester:

A train is $526 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Colchester costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Colchester is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Colchester take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 31m.

Yes, you can take a flight between Paris and Colchester.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Colchester among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3h 17m faster (3h 29m by train vs 6h 46m by car) and roughly $46 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($47 vs $93). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Paris to Colchester

How to get from Paris to Colchester by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Paris to Colchester is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AJet
    10:35 AM23h15
    Paris
    9:50 AMColchester
    $3411One-way
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  • AJet
    10:35 AM23h15
    Paris
    9:50 AMColchester
    $3411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AJet
    10:35 AM23h15
    Paris
    9:50 AMColchester
    $3411One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Colchester

Travel to Colchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Colchester.

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You can travel between Paris and Colchester by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Colchester is a train with an average price of $47.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Colchester:

A train is $526 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Colchester costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Colchester is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Colchester take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 31m.

The distance from Paris to Colchester is approximately 219 miles (353 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Colchester is:
  • Around 101 flights per day.
  • Around 32 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Colchester as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Colchester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Colchester station (COL).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Colchester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Colchester by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Vueling, British Airways to go to Colchester by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Colchester:
  • 27 direct flights per day with easyJet, Vueling, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Colchester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Liverpool Street (LST), Stansted Mountfitchet, Stratford (London) (SRA), London Stansted Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Colchester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Colchester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Colchester's historic sites, including Colchester Castle and the Roman ruins, while also enjoying its cultural venues like the Firstsite art gallery and the natural beauty of Castle Park, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days.

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