London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL)

Showing times and prices for 14 Nov

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 15 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

84 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
22:003h00
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:00Marks Tey, A120
£381One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
22:003h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:15Colchester, East Hill / High Street
£381One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
15:003h50
London, Victoria Coach Station
18:50Marks Tey, A120
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
18:003h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
21:35Marks Tey, A120
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
02:203h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
05:35Marks Tey, A120
£391One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £22.

Distance: 84 km

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Coach
Train

£35

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

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Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:00 London Victoria (VIC)
3h15
00:15 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Friday 14 November
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
Delayed
02:40 02:20London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
05:35 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
Delayed
02:40 02:20London, Victoria Coach Station
3h55
06:15 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
Delayed
02:40 02:20London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
05:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
09:20 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
10:05 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
09:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h00
12:30 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
11:55 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
12:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h10
15:10 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
14:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
14:30 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h10
17:10 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
16:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
16:30 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
18:50 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h25
19:25 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
19:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
21:35 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
22:05 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
21:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
01:00 Marks Tey, A120
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
01:30 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX717
On time
22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
01:15 Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL)

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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £15 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 3h 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance
84 km
Average bus duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
07:30
Last bus
22:00
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15

Bus providers: National Express from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) with National Express for as low as £15. 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
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
21 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) 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 station (COL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) is £39; 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) coach travel time is 3 h 5 min   for the 52 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) leaves at 02: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) leaves at 22: 00.
There are 16 coaches a day from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Colchester station (COL) from London Victoria (VIC) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Colchester station (COL) from London Victoria (VIC) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) is November.
You have options as you can travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester station (COL) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL), 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.
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  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

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

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