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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET)

Showing times and prices for 22 Feb

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 18 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) 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 Town (CET) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) you need to make at least one change.

National Express
09:152h55
Heathrow Central Bus Station
12:10Colchester Town (CET)
£451One-way
1 change
National Express
11:053h35
Heathrow Central Bus Station
14:40Colchester Town (CET)
£451One-way
1 change
National Express
13:053h35
Heathrow Central Bus Station
16:40Colchester Town (CET)
£451One-way
1 change
National Express
14:304h35
Heathrow Central Bus Station
19:05Colchester Town (CET)
£451One-way
1 change
National Express
19:202h30
Heathrow Central Bus Station
21:50Colchester Town (CET)
£451One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 104 km

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Train

£44

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Cheapest

£45

Average Price

3h 36m

Average total duration

3h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:15 Heathrow Central Bus Station
2h55
12:10 Colchester Town (CET)1 change
national_express11:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station
3h35
14:40 Colchester Town (CET)1 change
national_express13:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station
3h35
16:40 Colchester Town (CET)1 change
national_express14:30 Heathrow Central Bus Station
4h35
19:05 Colchester Town (CET)1 change
national_express19:20 Heathrow Central Bus Station
2h30
21:50 Colchester Town (CET)1 change

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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET)

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 23:45, the last at 23:59. The fastest coach covers the 104 km distance in 5h 51m.

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
3h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
5h 51m
First bus
23:45
Last bus
23:59
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 Colchester Town (CET)You can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) with National Express for as low as £30. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 51m
Cheapest Price
£30
National Express frequency
6 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 Town (CET) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) 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 Town (CET), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) is 5h 51m to travel the 104 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) leaves at 23:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) leaves at 23:59.
There are 17 coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Colchester Town (CET). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Colchester Town (CET) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Colchester Town (CET) from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Colchester Town (CET) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Town (CET) with the following coach company: National Express.

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