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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Colchester
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Colchester will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 2 buses that leave Plymouth for Colchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 390 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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 train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 390 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£60 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price | £104 Average Price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Colchester coaches for today, Friday 23 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Plymouth | 10h30 | 15:50 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:15 Plymouth | 12h55 | 11:10 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Colchester
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Buses from Plymouth to Colchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 02:42, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 390 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 390 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 02:42 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Colchester with National Express for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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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