In general, the English transportation network may be among the world's most efficient networks. Naturally, Colchester is not an exception. Due to its location in a prestigious county like Essex, the region has excellent access to a comprehensive public transportation system. One can explore the other parts of the city via public transport and experience hassle-free travel.
1. Train: Colchester has a dedicated metro rail system which ranges from Colchester to Cambridge to London and many UK cities starting from Colchester railway station and nearby stations. These stations are concisely well-connected train stations. So you don't have to worry about travelling to nearby cities on weekends.
2. Bus: Colchester's bus network runs 24 hours a day, with more than 100 buses running up and down the city. Students can take up buses from Colchester City Interchange near the City Centre that connect to all national highways of England. There are hundreds of local bus stops present at every corner of the city, designed to cater to local and national travellers. The average bus fare in Colchester is around £1-1.20/day. You can also choose a 'Colchester Borough Card' bus pass that heavily reduces local transport expenses by significant margins.
3. Cycling: You can also explore local parts of the city via cycling. You can visit Colchester's exclusive cycling areas, like Colchester's famous Lexden Park.