The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Bolton
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Bolton will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £76.
To travel from Colchester to Bolton you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:3510h15Colchester18:50Bolton£761One-way2 changes
12:1010h15Colchester22:25Bolton£761One-way2 changes
8:3510h15Colchester18:50Bolton£761One-way2 changes
12:1010h15Colchester22:25Bolton£761One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Colchester to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, and a flight costs an average of £192.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£81 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price | £109 Average Price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester to Bolton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Bolton coaches for today, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:55 Colchester | 10h35 | 21:30 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Colchester to Bolton by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Bolton
Buses from Colchester to Bolton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £80 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to BoltonYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Bolton with National Express for as low as £80. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Bolton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Bolton 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 Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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