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Which bus from Birmingham to Colchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Colchester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £43
tomorrow
from £52
Sunday
Monday
from £28
Tuesday
from £33
Wednesday
Thursday
from £38

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    18:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    01:15
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    11:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £53
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    05:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £53
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Colchester via London, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 5m
      0
      02:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      05:45
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      06:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      09:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £21
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    03:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    06:05
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    09:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    18:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    01:15
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Colchester via London, you can save more than £23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      06:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      08:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      2h 20m
      0
      09:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £22
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save £23

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    18:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    01:15
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    23:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    05:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Colchester via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      16:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      19:05
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    23:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    05:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    11:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Colchester via London, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      16:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      19:05
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    05:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    11:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Colchester via London, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      16:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      19:05
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £17

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Colchester?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Colchester. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily coaches from Birmingham to Colchester. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Birmingham and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 26 coaches from Birmingham to Colchester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Colchester, with 10 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Colchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 12 times by bus from Birmingham to Colchester in one click. Book your Birmingham to Colchester bus ticket starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 6h 5m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 12 Ø
Distance 201.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Colchester?

Every day, 12 buses from 1 coach companies leave Birmingham for Colchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/05/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 12/05
Tuesday 13/05
Wednesday 14/05
Thursday 15/05
Friday 16/05
£43
Saturday 17/05
£52
Sunday 18/05
Monday 19/05
£28
Tuesday 20/05
£58
Wednesday 21/05
Thursday 22/05
£59
Friday 23/05
£40
Saturday 24/05
£36
Sunday 25/05
Monday 26/05
£32
Tuesday 27/05
Wednesday 28/05
Thursday 29/05
Friday 30/05
Saturday 31/05
£34
Sunday 01/06
Monday 02/06
Tuesday 03/06
Wednesday 04/06
Thursday 05/06
Friday 06/06
£26
Saturday 07/06
Sunday 08/06

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Colchester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £52.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Colchester, with £28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £38.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Colchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham 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 coach from Birmingham 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 coaches from Birmingham to Colchester are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Colchester?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Colchester timetable.

National Express from Birmingham to Colchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 6h 5m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 15/05/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Colchester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Colchester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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 Birmingham to Colchester? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Colchester.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Colchester

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Colchester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Colchester bus

How much does a Birmingham Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Colchester bus trip is available from £28 and takes 7h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £85. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Colchester.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Colchester is offered by roughly 12 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Colchester from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 6h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £52. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from Birmingham at 03:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from Birmingham at 23:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Colchester can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham 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 bus to Colchester from Birmingham?

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 bus for the Birmingham Colchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham 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 travelling 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 Birmingham to Colchester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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