The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Colchester
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
15 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Colchester will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Gloucester to Colchester you need to make at least one change.
08:3016h50Gloucester01:20Colchester£511One-way1 change
10:1015h20Gloucester01:30Colchester£521One-way1 change
10:1015h20Gloucester01:30Colchester£521One-way1 change
08:3016h50Gloucester01:20Colchester£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 216 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£54 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Colchester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 27 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:30 Gloucester | 16h50 | 01:20 Colchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:10 Gloucester | 15h20 | 01:30 Colchester | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Colchester
Buses from Gloucester to Colchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 216 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 216 km |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Gloucester to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Colchester with National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gloucester to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.
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