Is the castle worth visiting?

Yes, it is a major historic landmark.

Yes, but it requires changing in Norwich.

Where is the best parking?

St Mary's car park is very convenient.

Fakenham

Colchester

Bus Driving

Fakenham to Colchester

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Fakenham to Colchester covers 110 kilometers. The most direct route is via the A1067, A140, and A12, taking approximately 2 hours by car. Colchester is Britain's oldest recorded town, famous for its Roman history and castle. Driving is the most practical method for this route, as public transport is limited and time-consuming.

Total Distance: 110 km driving distance, 100 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest, taking 2 hours.

Cheapest Way

Bus travel is the cheapest, but takes significantly longer.

Compare Fakenham to Colchester Routes

	Bus Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	4 hours	2 hours
Avg Price	15 to 20 GBP	16 to 22 GBP in fuel
Operator	National Express	Personal Vehicle
Route	Bus to Norwich, then train or bus to Colchester.	A1067 to Norwich, then A140 and A12 to Colchester.
Tip	The train from Norwich to Colchester is a faster alternative.	The A12 is a major road; expect heavy traffic during peak times.

Travel Tips

Parking
Use the St Mary's multi-story car park.
Traffic
The A12 is a major route; expect heavy traffic.
Train Connections
Norwich station is the best hub for rail travel.
Walking
The town center is compact and easy to walk around.
Events
Check the Colchester Borough Council website for local events.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
The A12 has many junctions; drive with care.
Pedestrians
Colchester town center has busy shopping streets.
Emergency
Colchester Hospital is the main medical facility.
Crowds
Be aware of your surroundings in the town center.