4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Colchester
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
5
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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Leicester to Colchester you need to make at least one change.
2:353h15Leicester5:50Colchester£481One-way1 change- 5:104h35Leicester9:45Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 7:254h45Leicester12:10Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 9:405h00Leicester14:40Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 11:305h10Leicester16:40Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 2:353h15Leicester5:50Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 17:204h30Leicester21:50Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 5:104h35Leicester9:45Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 7:254h45Leicester12:10Colchester£481One-way1 change
- 9:405h00Leicester14:40Colchester£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Colchester coaches for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:10 Leicester | 4h35 | 9:45 Colchester | 1 change | |
| 7:25 Leicester | 4h45 | 12:10 Colchester | 1 change | |
| 9:40 Leicester | 5h00 | 14:40 Colchester | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Leicester | 5h10 | 16:40 Colchester | 1 change | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
| 2:35 Leicester | 3h15 | 5:50 Colchester | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Colchester by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Colchester
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Buses from Leicester to Colchester run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. 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 7h 5m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 0:45 |
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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- 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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