Bedford, United Kingdom to Colchester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

60.7 miles 97.7 km · straight line
77.2 miles actual route 124.2 km · driving distance
1h 45min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Colchester?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Colchester is 60.7 miles (97.7 km) as the crow flies. Colchester is located ESE of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.2 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bedford, United Kingdom and Colchester. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bedford, United Kingdom to Colchester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 45min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 6min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Colchester

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m elevation
Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 410.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM