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Which bus from Bristol to Colchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bristol 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
£26
tomorrow
Wednesday
Thursday
£26
Friday
£26
Saturday
£34
Sunday
£34

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 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 38m 14:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 22:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 36m 08:19 Bristol Clifton Down 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 9h 21m 10:29 Bristol Clifton Down 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 36m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 22:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 25m
      0
      17:25
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      19:45
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 12m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      19:57
      London
      Mile End
      22:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel Time is 3h 11m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 14:00 Bristol Coach Station 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 9h 5m 20:45 Bristol Coach Station 05:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 56m 10:09 Bristol Clifton Down 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 21m 13:29 Bristol Clifton Down 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 8h 50m 10:15 Bristol University Queens Rd 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 25m
      0
      17:25
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      19:45
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 12m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      19:57
      London
      Mile End
      22:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel Time is 2h 25m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 36m 14:14 Bristol Clifton Down 22:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £26
National Express 7h 5m 15:45 Bristol Coach Station 22:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £27
National Express 8h 48m 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 17:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 9h 23m 10:27 Bristol Black Boy Hill 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 8h 46m 08:19 Bristol Clifton Down 17:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 25m
      0
      17:25
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      19:45
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 12m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      19:57
      London
      Mile End
      22:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel Time is 1h 40m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 23m 10:27 Bristol Black Boy Hill 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 9h 21m 10:29 Bristol Clifton Down 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 9h 15m 10:35 Bristol University Queens Rd 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 7h 20m 12:30 Bristol Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £37
National Express 8h 38m 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      09:55
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      12:10
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 20m
      0
      12:35
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      14:55
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 38m 08:17 Bristol Black Boy Hill 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 8h 36m 08:19 Bristol Clifton Down 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 8h 30m 08:25 Bristol University Queens Rd 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 9h 23m 10:27 Bristol Black Boy Hill 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
National Express 9h 21m 10:29 Bristol Clifton Down 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      09:55
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      12:10
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 20m
      0
      12:35
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      14:55
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
    Travel Time is 3h 30m shorter, and you will save £15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bristol to Colchester is £26 on 04/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bristol 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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily coaches from Bristol to Colchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Bristol and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 37 coaches from Bristol to Colchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Colchester, with 2 offers.

All facts for Bristol to Colchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 12 times by bus from Bristol to Colchester in one click. Book your Bristol to Colchester bus ticket starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:17
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 12 Ø
Distance 245.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Colchester?

Every day, 12 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bristol for Colchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£26
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
£26
Friday 08/05
£28
Saturday 09/05
£34
Sunday 10/05
£34
Monday 11/05
£26
Tuesday 12/05
£27
Wednesday 13/05
£27
Thursday 14/05
£28
Friday 15/05
£30
Saturday 16/05
£30
Sunday 17/05
£31
Monday 18/05
£27
Tuesday 19/05
£26
Wednesday 20/05
£28
Thursday 21/05
£28
Friday 22/05
£27
Saturday 23/05
£32
Sunday 24/05
£31
Monday 25/05
£28
Tuesday 26/05
£27
Wednesday 27/05
£27
Thursday 28/05
£26
Friday 29/05
£28
Saturday 30/05
£34
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bristol to Colchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Colchester, with £26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

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

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

National Express from Bristol to Colchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:17
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 10/04/2026
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 Bristol and Colchester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bristol 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 Bristol to Colchester

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

How much does a Bristol Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bristol Colchester bus trip is available from £26 and takes 8h 38m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £61. 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 Bristol Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bristol 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 Bristol take?

The quickest coach from Bristol to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 6h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £50. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from Bristol at 08:17. 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 Bristol to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from Bristol at 19:00. 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 Bristol Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bristol 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 Bristol and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol 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 Bristol?

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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Colchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bristol 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 12 daily trips between Bristol 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 Bristol to Colchester?

Prices and availability for 12 trips between Bristol 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 Bristol to Colchester

Economy
Economy

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

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