Day trip from Birmingham to Colchester
Colchester lies 202 km (126 mi) east of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 202 km (126 mi) apart, Colchester is a realistic day trip from Birmingham: about 3 h 17 min each way by road.
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| Birmingham | Colchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 130,245 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | CO1 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Colchester
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Staying in Colchester
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Common questions
How far is Colchester from Birmingham?
202 km (126 mi) in a straight line, east of Birmingham; by road roughly 247 km (153 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Colchester by road?
About 3 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham 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.