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 29 Jun

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Buses per day

22

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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

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

  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
    22:303h00
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:30Marks Tey, A120
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
    22:303h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    2:00Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
    22:303h15
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:45Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
    6:303h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:00Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX717
    6:303h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:35Marks Tey, A120
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train 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 £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £23.

Distance: 84 km

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Most popular
Train

£34

Average Price

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

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Greater Anglia

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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, Sunday 28 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express18:30 London Victoria (VIC)
3h20
21:50 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
National Express22:00 London Victoria (VIC)
3h15
1:15 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Monday 29 June
National ExpressNXA8 · NX7173:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
6:45 Marks Tey, A1201 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).
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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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).

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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).

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 22 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 3h 10m.

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 £17
Distance
84 km
Average bus duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
22
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
2:40
Last bus
22:00
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £17

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 £17. 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 10m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
22 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.
Learn more about National Express

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 £34; 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) is 3h 10m to travel the 84 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) leaves at 2:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) leaves at 22:00.
There are 22 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.
When taking a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Colchester station (COL). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester station (COL) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Colchester station (COL) from London Victoria (VIC) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m 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 December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester station (COL) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL):
  • 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester station (COL) with the following coach company: National Express.

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