Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Showing times and prices for 22 Dec

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 5 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Colchester Town (CET) for London Liverpool Street (LST) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.

National Express
11:103h00
Colchester Town (CET)
14:10London Liverpool Street (LST)
£401One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:303h10
Colchester Town (CET)
18:40London Liverpool Street (LST)
£411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £17.

Distance: 79 km

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Train

£34

Average Price

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 45m

Average total duration

2h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) coaches for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:10 Colchester Town (CET)
3h00
14:10 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
national_express18:35 Colchester Town (CET)
3h05
21:40 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

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Buses from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 18:35. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 2h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance
79 km
Average bus duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
02:05
Last bus
18:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11

Bus providers: National Express from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST)You can travel by bus between Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is 2 h 40 min   to travel the 49 mile long trip, with around there are 7 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) leaves at 03: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) leaves at 21: 35.
There are 7 coaches a day from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to London Liverpool Street (LST) from Colchester Town (CET) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to London Liverpool Street (LST) from Colchester Town (CET) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
    No, luggage for the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Colchester Town (CET) to London Liverpool Street (LST).

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