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Compare all timetables for the bus from Colchester to Birmingham

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

today
from £30
tomorrow
from £35
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £34
Thursday
from £35
Friday
from £26
Saturday
from £28

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:00 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 7h 20m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £32
National Express 7h 25m 03:05 Colchester East Hill House 10:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 8h 40m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:50 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £36
National Express 7h 0m 16:35 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 8h 40m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:50 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £42
National Express 5h 50m 19:30 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 25m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £44
National Express 7h 5m 16:30 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      13:05
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      13:40
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      18:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:20 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £34
National Express 7h 5m 16:30 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 5h 50m 19:30 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 25m 21:35 Colchester East Hill House 05:00 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 25m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      13:05
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      13:40
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      18:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:20 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £35
National Express 7h 25m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 5m 16:30 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 5h 50m 19:30 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      12:10
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      13:05
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      13:40
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      18:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 8h 40m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:50 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £30
National Express 7h 25m 21:35 Colchester East Hill House 05:00 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £42
National Express 7h 25m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 7h 5m 16:30 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 6h 55m 06:05 Colchester East Hill House 13:00 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £29
National Express 7h 25m 03:05 Colchester East Hill House 10:30 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £33
National Express 8h 40m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:50 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £36
National Express 7h 0m 16:35 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Colchester to Birmingham. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Colchester and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 36 coaches from Colchester to Birmingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Birmingham, with 6 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Colchester to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 12 times every day by bus from Colchester to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 03:05
Latest Coach 21:35
Daily Bus Connections 12 Ø
Distance 201.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Birmingham

Every day, 12 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/07/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/07
Tuesday 15/07
Wednesday 16/07
Thursday 17/07
Friday 18/07
Saturday 19/07
Sunday 20/07
£36
Monday 21/07
£35
Tuesday 22/07
Wednesday 23/07
£43
Thursday 24/07
£43
Friday 25/07
£26
Saturday 26/07
£36
Sunday 27/07
£33
Monday 28/07
Tuesday 29/07
Wednesday 30/07
Thursday 31/07
Friday 01/08
Saturday 02/08
Sunday 03/08
Monday 04/08
Tuesday 05/08
Wednesday 06/08
Thursday 07/08
Friday 08/08
Saturday 09/08
Sunday 10/08

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Birmingham. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £35.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Birmingham, with £26. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £42.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Birmingham

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 Colchester to Birmingham 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 Colchester to Birmingham, 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 Colchester to Birmingham are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Birmingham

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

National Express from Colchester to Birmingham

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 03:05
Last Coach 21:35
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 17/07/2025

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Birmingham

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Colchester and Birmingham.

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Birmingham

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Birmingham bus

How much does a Colchester - Birmingham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Birmingham bus trip is available from £26 and takes 7h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Colchester to Birmingham is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £80. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Birmingham 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 Birmingham from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Birmingham is provided by National Express and takes 5h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £43. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Birmingham?

The earliest bus to Birmingham departs from Colchester at 03:05. 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 Colchester to Birmingham?

The latest bus to Birmingham departs from Colchester at 21:35. 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 Colchester - Birmingham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester to Birmingham 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 Colchester and Birmingham?

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Colchester Birmingham 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 Colchester Birmingham 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 Colchester to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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