Chichester to Colchester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

102.8 miles 165.4 km · straight line
134.5 miles actual route 216.5 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Chichester from Colchester?

The distance from Chichester to Colchester is 102.8 miles (165.4 km) as the crow flies. Colchester is located NE of Chichester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.5 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Chichester 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 Chichester to Colchester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chichester & Colchester

Quick Facts

Chichester
50.84°N, 0.78°W
Europe/London
20m 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 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 242.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM