London Heathrow Airport to Colchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

4 h 39 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Colchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 51 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.

National Express
08:152h55
London Heathrow Airport
11:10Colchester
£281One-way
0 changes
National Express
03:355h10
London Heathrow Airport
08:45Colchester
£371One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:595h51
London Heathrow Airport
04:50Colchester
£401One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 104 km

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£40

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Cheapest

£50

Average Price

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

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30m

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London Heathrow Airport to Colchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express03:35 London Heathrow Airport
5h10
08:45 Colchester0 changesdirect
national_express22:59 London Heathrow Airport
5h51
04:50 Colchester0 changesdirect

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Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
104 km
Average bus duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
18
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
03:35
Last bus
22:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London Heathrow Airport to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Colchester with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£28
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Colchester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester coach time is 2 h 55 min   covering the 64 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester leaves at 00: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester leaves at 23: 59.
There are 16 coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Colchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester is March.
You have options as you can travel between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Colchester 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.

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