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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Leicester
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Leicester will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Colchester to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Leicester coaches for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:35 Colchester | 6h55 | 04:30 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 7 March | |||||
| NX717 · NXA8 · NX440 | 03:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 6h50 | 09:55 Leicester, Braunstone | 2 changes | |
| NX717 · NXA8 · NX440 | 03:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 7h00 | 10:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Leicester
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Buses from Colchester to Leicester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Leicester with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- 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.
- 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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