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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Colchester
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Colchester will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Colchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m 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
Luton to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Colchester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:05 Luton | 4h40 | 13:45 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Luton | 4h30 | 00:15 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:05 Luton | 4h10 | 00:15 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Colchester
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Buses from Luton to Colchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:02. The fastest coach covers the 91 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 91 km |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:02 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Luton to Colchester with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
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