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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to York
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to York will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester for York every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 266 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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 York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 266 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to York coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:25 Colchester | 11h45 | 19:10 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:10 Colchester | 9h45 | 22:55 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to York
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Buses from Colchester to York run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £33 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 22:38. The fastest coach covers the 266 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 266 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 3m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 22:38 |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to YorkYou can travel by bus between Colchester to York with National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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