4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Bradford
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Bradford will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 2 buses that leave Colchester for Bradford 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 277 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 Colchester to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 277 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Bradford coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:10 Colchester | 10h05 | 00:15 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Bradford
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Buses from Colchester to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 277 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 277 km |
Average bus duration 8h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 00:27 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Bradford with National Express for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- 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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