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Which bus from Brighton to Colchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Brighton 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
£28
tomorrow
£28
Saturday
£36
Sunday
£28
Monday
£28
Tuesday
£28
Wednesday
£28

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 35m 11:15 Brighton Preston Park 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 15m 18:30 Brighton Preston Park 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 31m 11:19 Brighton Patcham Place 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 45m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 25m 18:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 35m 11:15 Brighton Preston Park 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 45m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 8h 35m 11:15 Brighton Preston Park 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 8h 31m 11:19 Brighton Patcham Place 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 7h 25m 18:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Colchester via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 36m
      0
      09:19
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      12:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 20m
      0
      12:35
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      14:55
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel Time is 1h 49m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 25m 18:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 15m 18:30 Brighton Preston Park 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 11m 18:34 Brighton Patcham Place 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 45m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 25m 18:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 15m 18:30 Brighton Preston Park 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 11m 18:34 Brighton Patcham Place 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 35m 11:15 Brighton Preston Park 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 15m 18:30 Brighton Preston Park 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 11m 18:34 Brighton Patcham Place 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 25m 18:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 18m 18:27 Brighton Preston Circus 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 7h 15m 18:30 Brighton Preston Park 01:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 31m 11:19 Brighton Patcham Place 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Colchester via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 45m
      0
      20:00
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      22:10
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 7m
    • National Express
      2h 28m
      0
      23:17
      London
      Mile End
      01:45
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Brighton to Colchester is £28 on 17/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Brighton 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 28 daily coaches from Brighton to Colchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 21 daily coaches between Brighton and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 89 coaches from Brighton to Colchester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Colchester, with 27 offers.

All facts for Brighton to Colchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 27 times by bus from Brighton to Colchester in one click. Book your Brighton to Colchester bus ticket starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 6h 7m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Latest Coach 18:34
Daily Bus Connections 27 Ø
Distance 138.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Colchester?

Every day, 27 buses from 1 coach companies leave Brighton for Colchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£31
Friday 19/06
£28
Saturday 20/06
£36
Sunday 21/06
£28
Monday 22/06
£28
Tuesday 23/06
£28
Wednesday 24/06
£28
Thursday 25/06
£31
Friday 26/06
£31
Saturday 27/06
£36
Sunday 28/06
£38
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
Friday 10/07
£31
Saturday 11/07
£28
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Brighton to Colchester. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Colchester, with £28. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Colchester?

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

National Express from Brighton to Colchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 6h 7m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Last Coach 18:34
Daily Connections 27 Ø
Found on 25/05/2026
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 Brighton and Colchester

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Brighton 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 Brighton to Colchester bus

How much does a Brighton Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Brighton Colchester bus trip is available from £28 and takes 8h 38m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £71. 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 Brighton Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Brighton to Colchester is offered by roughly 27 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Colchester from Brighton take?

The quickest coach from Brighton to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 6h 7m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from Brighton at 02:50. 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 Brighton to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from Brighton at 18:34. 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 Brighton Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Brighton 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 Brighton and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Brighton 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 Brighton?

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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Colchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Brighton to Colchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 27 daily trips between Brighton and Colchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brighton to Colchester?

Prices and availability for 27 trips between Brighton and Colchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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