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Compare all timetables for the bus from London to Colchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from London to Colchester from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
$27
tomorrow
$27
Sunday
$24
Monday
$24
Tuesday
$24
Wednesday
$21
Thursday
$24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 9m 6:36 AM London Mile End 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 49m 9:21 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 34m 10:41 PM London Mile End 1:15 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 30m 7:15 AM London Stratford Bus Station 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 30m 9:40 AM London Stratford Bus Station 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 59m 6:36 AM London Mile End 9:35 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 20m 7:15 AM London Stratford Bus Station 9:35 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $27
National Express 2h 49m 9:21 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $28
National Express 2h 39m 12:01 PM London Mile End 2:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $28
National Express 2h 39m 2:01 PM London Mile End 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $28

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 59m 6:36 AM London Mile End 9:35 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 49m 9:21 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 39m 2:01 PM London Mile End 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 3h 4m 4:01 PM London Mile End 7:05 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 29m 7:21 PM London Mile End 9:50 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 8m 6:37 AM London Mile End 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 53m 9:17 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 43m 11:57 AM London Mile End 2:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 30m 7:15 AM London Stratford Bus Station 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 15m 9:55 AM London Stratford Bus Station 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 8m 6:37 AM London Mile End 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 43m 11:57 AM London Mile End 2:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 3h 4m 4:01 PM London Mile End 7:05 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 33m 7:17 PM London Mile End 9:50 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 38m 10:37 PM London Mile End 1:15 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 8m 6:37 AM London Mile End 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $21
National Express 2h 53m 9:17 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $21
National Express 2h 43m 11:57 AM London Mile End 2:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $21
National Express 3h 4m 4:01 PM London Mile End 7:05 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $21
National Express 2h 33m 7:17 PM London Mile End 9:50 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 8m 6:37 AM London Mile End 9:45 AM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 53m 9:17 AM London Mile End 12:10 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 43m 11:57 AM London Mile End 2:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 2h 43m 1:57 PM London Mile End 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24
National Express 3h 4m 4:01 PM London Mile End 7:05 PM Colchester East Hill House  Economy $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London to Colchester is $21 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London and Colchester

See here how frequent the connections between London and Colchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from London to Colchester. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between London and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 53 buses from London to Colchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between London and Colchester, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from London to Colchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 24 times every day by bus from London to Colchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Colchester starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 2h 10m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Latest Bus 10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 24 Ø
Distance 51.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from London to Colchester

Every day, 24 buses from 1 bus companies leave London for Colchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$27
Saturday 12/06
$27
Sunday 12/07
$24
Monday 12/08
$24
Tuesday 12/09
$24
Wednesday 12/10
$24
Thursday 12/11
$24
Friday 12/12
$27
Saturday 12/13
$31
Sunday 12/14
$31
Monday 12/15
$29
Tuesday 12/16
$27
Wednesday 12/17
$27
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$38
Saturday 12/20
$36
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
$41
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$40
Thursday 12/25
$43
Friday 12/26
$45
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from London to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from London to Colchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Colchester, with $21. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from London to Colchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London to Colchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from London to Colchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from London to Colchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London to Colchester

These are the most booked bus companies between London to Colchester from our users.

National Express from London to Colchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London to Colchester:

Cheapest Price $21
Fastest Bus 2h 10m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Last Bus 10:55 PM
Daily Connections 24 Ø
Found on 12/3/2025

All bus stations and stops in London and Colchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in London and Colchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from London to Colchester? Compare all modes of transports from London to Colchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London to Colchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from London to Colchester? Or which bus companies serve the route London to Colchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London to Colchester bus

How much does a London Colchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 3h 8m to reach Colchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London to Colchester?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Colchester.

On average, how many connections are available from London to Colchester each day?

Every day, the London to Colchester bus route is served by approximately 24 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from London to Colchester take?

The fastest bus from London to Colchester is offered by National Express and takes 2h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Colchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Colchester from London starts at 2:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from London to Colchester?

The latest bus trip departing from London for Colchester starts at 10:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the London Colchester route?

When traveling by bus from London to Colchester, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between London and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between London and Colchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the London to Colchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the London Colchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Colchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from London to Colchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London to Colchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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