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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET), including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
22:003h15London Victoria (VIC)1:15Colchester Town (CET)£271One-way0 changes
- 22:003h15London Victoria (VIC)1:15Colchester Town (CET)£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £39, while a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET):
A train is £6 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Colchester Town (CET) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 52m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-28.42. The journey takes 2h 52m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:33 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h42 | 1:15 Colchester Town (CET) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £31 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:03, the last at 22:33. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 3:03 |
Last bus 22:33 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Bus providers: National Express from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.
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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.
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