Driving from Barking to Colchester
Colchester lies 69 km (43 mi) north-east of Barking, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 3 min without stops, over roughly 84 km (52 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Barking | Colchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 218,534 | 130,245 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | IG11–IP6 | CO1 |
Where to book car hire from Barking to Colchester
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Staying in Colchester
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Common questions
How far is Colchester from Barking?
69 km (43 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Barking; by road roughly 84 km (52 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barking to Colchester by car?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barking and Colchester?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.