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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Colchester
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Colchester will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cardiff for Colchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 285 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Colchester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 02:20 Cardiff | 8h50 | 11:10 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Cardiff | 8h50 | 20:50 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:30 Cardiff | 7h45 | 00:15 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Colchester
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Buses from Cardiff to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 19:58. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 19:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Colchester with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Colchester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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