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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Colchester
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Colchester will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester 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 162 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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 coach and train for Leicester to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Colchester coaches for tomorrow, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:55 Leicester | 5h20 | 00:15 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Colchester
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Buses from Leicester to Colchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Colchester with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
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