Colchester to Dorking: Road Trip Guide & Distance

69.9 miles 112.5 km · straight line
88.5 miles actual route 142.4 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
£13 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Dorking?

The distance from Colchester to Dorking is 69.9 miles (112.5 km) as the crow flies. Dorking is located SW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.5 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Colchester and Dorking. 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 Colchester to Dorking

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min £13 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 43min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Dorking

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Dorking
51.23°N, 0.33°W
Europe/London
59m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 356.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM