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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
from £27
tomorrow
from £29
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £30
Thursday
from £31
Friday
from £26
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 41m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    8h 51m
    0
    12:59
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    13:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 51m
    0
    11:14
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • 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.
    • megabus
      5h 50m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Bond Street
      18:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      19:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 1h 45m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    21:15
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    18:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    01:15
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 53m
    0
    12:57
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    8h 51m
    0
    12:59
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    13:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      5h 50m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Bond Street
      18:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      19:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      5h 50m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Bond Street
      18:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      19:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 1h 45m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      5h 50m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Bond Street
      18:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      19:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 1h 45m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    21:15
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    18:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    01:15
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    7h 53m
    0
    08:57
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    16:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    7h 51m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    16:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    09:05
    Bristol
    University (Queens Rd)
    16:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Colchester via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • megabus
      5h 50m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Bond Street
      18:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      19:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £6

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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Bristol to Colchester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Bristol and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 28 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 9 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 10m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 21:15
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 245.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Colchester?

Every day, 9 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 10/11/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/11
Tuesday 05/11
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 07/11
Friday 08/11
Saturday 09/11
Sunday 10/11
£27
Monday 11/11
£29
Tuesday 12/11
Wednesday 13/11
£30
Thursday 14/11
£31
Friday 15/11
£26
Saturday 16/11
Sunday 17/11
£37
Monday 18/11
£26
Tuesday 19/11
Wednesday 20/11
Thursday 21/11
Friday 22/11
Saturday 23/11
Sunday 24/11
£25
Monday 25/11
Tuesday 26/11
Wednesday 27/11
Thursday 28/11
Friday 29/11
£25
Saturday 30/11
£25
Sunday 01/12

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. Thursday 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. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £52.

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.
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 35m. 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 £62. 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 9 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 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £54. 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 06:00. 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 21:15. 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.

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.

Alternate transport types from Bristol to Colchester

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Bristol to Colchester for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Colchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Bristol to Colchester for the next days.
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 20m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    08:13
    Colchester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £26
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 54m
    0
    05:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    08:17
    Colchester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    First Class
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 54m
    0
    05:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    08:17
    Colchester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    First Class
    from £90
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 20m
    0
    04:53
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    08:13
    Colchester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    First Class
    from £232

More bus routes to Bristol and to Colchester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bristol and to Colchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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