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

39.8 miles 64 km · straight line
63.9 miles actual route 102.8 km · driving distance
1h 21min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Colchester?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Colchester is 39.8 miles (64 km) as the crow flies. Colchester is located ESE of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 63.9 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom to Colchester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 21min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 37min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Colchester

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 626.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM