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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lincoln to Colchester
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lincoln to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Colchester will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lincoln 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 178 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.
10:408h25Lincoln19:05Colchester£681One-way0 changes
- 10:408h25Lincoln19:05Colchester£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £46, and a coach costs an average of £66.
Distance: 178 km
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£67 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lincoln to Colchester
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Buses from Lincoln to Colchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £46 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:57, the last at 14:17. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 5:57 |
Last bus 14:17 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Lincoln to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Lincoln to Colchester with National Express for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lincoln to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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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- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Colchester
Most Lincoln to Colchester buses use the Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park to Colchester, East Hill / High Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Colchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Colchester, East Hill / High Street from Colchester city centre
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