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NX717 · NX72716:455h15Colchester, East Hill / High Street22:00Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change- NX717 · NX72714:105h20Colchester, East Hill / High Street19:30Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72711:555h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street17:50Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72718:405h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street23:45Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72718:404h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street23:35Norwich, University Of East Anglia£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72718:404h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street23:35Norwich, University Of East Anglia£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX7288:405h00Colchester, East Hill / High Street13:40Norwich, Bus Station£621One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72718:405h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street23:45Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72716:455h15Colchester, East Hill / High Street22:00Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
- NX717 · NX72714:105h20Colchester, East Hill / High Street19:30Norwich, Bus Station£591One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to Norwich
The cheapest option from Colchester to Norwich is train, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Norwich among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 86 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£49 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m 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 Norwich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Norwich coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:40 Colchester | 5h05 | 22:45 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Colchester | 6h10 | 3:45 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| NX717 · NX728 | 8:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 5h00 | 13:40 Norwich, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NX728 | 8:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 5h20 | 14:00 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NX727 | 11:55 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 5h55 | 17:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NX727 | 14:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 5h20 | 19:30 Norwich, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Norwich
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Typically, there are 10 buses per day from Colchester to Norwich, including direct buses, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Lowest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 58m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:51 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Norwich with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Norwich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Norwich 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 Norwich, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Norwich
Most Colchester to Norwich buses use the Colchester, East Hill / High Street to Norwich, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Norwich, University Of East Anglia. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Norwich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Colchester, East Hill / High Street from Colchester city centre
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