Colchester to Norwich bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Norwich

Showing times and prices for 18 Nov

Cheapest price

£56

Average price

£56

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 10 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

86 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Colchester to Norwich will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.

Fast coaches

To travel from Colchester to Norwich you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX717 · NX727
19:305h50
Colchester, East Hill / High Street
01:20Norwich, University Of East Anglia
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX717 · NX727
14:105h15
Colchester, East Hill / High Street
19:25Norwich, Bus Station
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX717 · NX727
21:355h55
Colchester, East Hill / High Street
03:30Norwich, University Of East Anglia
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX717 · NX728
06:055h55
Colchester, East Hill / High Street
12:00Norwich, Bus Station
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX717 · NX728
08:255h35
Colchester, East Hill / High Street
14:00Norwich, University Of East Anglia
£561One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Colchester to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 £9, and a coach costs an average of £43.

Distance: 86 km

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Train

£53

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 48m

Average total duration

3h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Colchester to Norwich bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Norwich coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 18:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX717 · NX72806:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h55
12:00 Norwich, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72806:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
6h15
12:20 Norwich, University Of East Anglia1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72808:25 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h35
14:00 Norwich, University Of East Anglia1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72808:25 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h15
13:40 Norwich, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72712:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h15
16:25 Norwich, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72714:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h15
19:25 Norwich, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX717 · NX72716:30 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h30
22:00 Norwich, Bus Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Norwich

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Buses from Colchester to Norwich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 4h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Distance
86 km
Average bus duration
3h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
4h 15m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
23:51
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9

Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Norwich with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£43
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Colchester to Norwich can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester to Norwich is £48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Colchester to Norwich is 1 h 57 min   to travel the 53 mile long journey, with around there are 7 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Colchester to Norwich leaves at 00: 19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Colchester to Norwich leaves at 21: 35.
There are 7 coaches a day from Colchester to Norwich which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Colchester to Norwich coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Colchester to Norwich to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Norwich from Colchester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Colchester to Norwich is December.
You have options as you can travel from Colchester to Norwich 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Colchester to Norwich has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Norwich.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Colchester to Norwich.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Norwich.
    No, luggage for the coach from Colchester to Norwich needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Colchester to Norwich.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Norwich.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Norwich.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Colchester to Norwich.

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    The major coach station for departures in Colchester is Colchester, East Hill / High Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester, East Hill / High Street for your trip from Colchester to Norwich.
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