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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Colchester
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Colchester will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
To travel from London to Colchester you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for London to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Colchester coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 London | 3h15 | 00:15 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 27 November | |||||
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 02:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 05:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 09:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 12:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 14:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 16:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 19:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX717 | On time 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 21:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · 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 to Colchester
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Buses from London to Colchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between London to Colchester with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Colchester
There are fast and frequent departures from London to Colchester every day. The first coach departures are very early in the morning, while the last coach departs very late at night. The fastest coaches are the non-stop services, which can take less than two and a half hours. Indirect services, requiring a change of coaches, can take up almost four hours.
Which coach companies travel from London to Colchester?
National Express is the sole provider of coaches for the journey from London to Colchester. The company operates both the non-stop and indirect services. No other company operates coaches on the route from London to Colchester.
How long is the coach from London to Colchester?
The fastest journeys on this route are on the non-stop services, which operate throughout the day. The very fastest of these direct journeys can take less than two and a half hours. Other non-stop services, however, can take longer: up to three hours, depending on the time of departure from London. Indirect services require a change of buses at London's Stansted Airport. These journeys are substantially longer, at up to four hours.
How many coaches are there from London to Colchester?
On weekdays, there are 13 daily coaches from London to Colchester, with 12 running on both Saturdays and Sundays. The first coaches on both weekdays and weekends leave in the early morning and the last leave late at night. There are departures at least every two hours throughout the day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Colchester?
Departure coach station: London Victoria Coach Station is the departure point for all of these journeys from London to Colchester. This large, busy bus station is within walking distance of London's West End. Among the many facilities available are public toilets, cash machines, restaurants, cafes, fast food outlets and left luggage facilities. Victoria Railway Station is directly adjacent to the coach station and has a stop on London's Underground. Local buses leave from just outside.
Arrival coach station: Colchester Stanwell Street is the arrival point for all of these coach journeys. This is a bus stop rather than a bus station, located in the town centre with restaurants, cafes and other facilities within easy reach. Local buses depart from the stop. The railway station is within ten minutes' walk.
FAQs: London to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Colchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Colchester, East Hill / High Street, located 0.5 miles (821 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Colchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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