How to get to Lincoln from Colchester

You can travel between Colchester and Lincoln by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Colchester to Lincoln is a train with an average price of £62.

This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Lincoln:

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Colchester to Lincoln costing on average £75.

The fastest way to travel from Colchester to Lincoln is by train with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Lincoln take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 3m.

The Colchester to Lincoln distance is approximately 178 km.

The average frequency per day from Colchester to Lincoln is:

• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colchester and Lincoln as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Colchester to Lincoln:

• Coaches mostly depart from Colchester, East Hill / High Street and arrive in Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park.
• Trains mostly depart from Colchester station (COL) and arrive in Lincoln Central (LCN).

Omio customers who travel from Colchester to Lincoln often also extend their vacation to go to London, Nottingham station (NOT), London Kings Cross (KGX), Nottingham, Leeds. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lincoln and these popular destinations at a great price.

To travel from Colchester to Lincoln, you can take a train.

In Lincoln, you can explore the vibrant Brayford Waterfront with its array of restaurants and bars overlooking the marina. Take a guided tour of the historic Lincoln Castle, which houses one of the original copies of the Magna Carta and offers panoramic views of the city. Wander through the charming shops and cafes on Steep Hill, connecting the historic and modern parts of the city. Visit the Usher Gallery for a collection of fine and decorative arts, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the scenic Lincoln Arboretum. Don't miss the stunning Lincoln Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that was once one of the tallest buildings in the world, and explore The Collection, a museum showcasing archaeology and fine art from the region.

To fully experience Lincoln, including its historical sites like Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle, as well as its vibrant cultural scene, a stay of approximately two to three days is recommended.