The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Leeds
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Leeds will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Colchester for Leeds 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 268 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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 Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 268 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Colchester to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:25 Colchester | 9h35 | 18:00 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:10 Colchester | 8h55 | 23:05 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Leeds
Buses from Colchester to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 268 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 268 km |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Leeds with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Leeds 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 Leeds, 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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