Colchester to Dunstable: Road Trip Guide & Distance

60.8 miles 97.9 km · straight line
85.7 miles actual route 138 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
270° W bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Dunstable?

The distance from Colchester to Dunstable is 60.8 miles (97.9 km) as the crow flies. Dunstable is located W of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.7 miles, taking about 1h 41min. 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. 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 Dunstable. 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 Dunstable

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 36min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Dunstable

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m 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 409.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM