Colchester to Kempston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

61.8 miles 99.4 km · straight line
78.7 miles actual route 126.6 km · driving distance
1h 47min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Kempston?

The distance from Colchester to Kempston is 61.8 miles (99.4 km) as the crow flies. Kempston is located WNW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.7 miles, taking about 1h 47min. 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 Kempston. 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 Kempston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 47min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 8min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Kempston

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Kempston
52.12°N, 0.50°W
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 403.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM