4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Colchester
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Colchester will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 8 buses that leave Stansted for Colchester every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stansted to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 45 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stansted to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX717 | 00:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 01:15 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 05:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 05:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 08:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h00 | 09:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 11:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h55 | 12:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 13:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h00 | 14:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h05 | 16:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 18:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 19:05 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX717 | 21:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 21:50 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted to Colchester
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Buses from Stansted to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 50m.
Distance 45 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Colchester with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stansted to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 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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