4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to London
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to London will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Colchester to London you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£38 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to London coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 08:35 03:05Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h45 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 08:35 06:05Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h15 | 09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 08:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h45 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 12:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 14:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 16:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h45 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 19:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h45 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 21:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h15 | 00:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
| NX717 · NXA8 | 03:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h45 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to London
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Buses from Colchester to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to LondonYou can travel by bus between Colchester to London with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Colchester to London
Buses from Colchester to London are operated by National Express. Direct coaches take just under three hours to arrive in London. There are three direct coaches every day, departing Colchester at 6:45 a.m., 8:55 a.m. and 15:20 p.m. There are ten indirect coaches per day which involve a change at Stansted Airport and take between 3 and 4 hours to arrive in London.
What are the departure and arrival stations for Buses from Colchester to London?
Departure Station: Coaches depart from Colchester Bus Station which is in the centre of town and can be easily reached by any bus service in the town. One coach per day also departs from the University of Essex Colchester Campus at 8:38 a.m.
Arrival Station: Coaches arrive at London Victoria Coach Station, which is a short walk from London Victoria Underground and Overground Station. From here onward travel to anywhere in London is straightforward. Coaches from Colchester also stop first at London Embankment, which is just a short walk to Trafalgar Square.
FAQs: Colchester to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Colchester, East Hill / High Street, which is located around 0.5 miles (821 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and London
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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