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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Colchester
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Colchester will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Coventry for Colchester 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 175 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
3:205h45Coventry9:05Colchester£521One-way0 changes
- 3:205h45Coventry9:05Colchester£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 175 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coventry to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Colchester coaches for today, Saturday 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:10 Coventry | 9h40 | 5:50 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 17 May | |||||
| 3:20 Coventry | 5h45 | 9:05 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Colchester
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Buses from Coventry to Colchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £33 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Coventry to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Colchester 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: Coventry to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Colchester 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 Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Colchester
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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