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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
£37
tomorrow
£54
Monday
£21
Tuesday
£23
Wednesday
£22
Thursday
£22
Friday
£24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 55m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £37
National Express 9h 30m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 21:25 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £45
National Express 4h 45m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £46
National Express 6h 35m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £47
National Express 6h 55m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via Marks Tey, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      7h 40m
      Colchester
      8 km
      16:55
      Marks Tey
      Central Station
      00:35
      Birmingham
      Bearwood
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £37
  • 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 35m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      06:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      07:20
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:10
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £54
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £56
National Express 4h 45m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £57
National Express 6h 35m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £58
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £58
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via Marks Tey, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      6h 40m
      Colchester
      8 km
      16:55
      Marks Tey
      Central Station
      23:35
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £54
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      06:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      07:20
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:10
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 40m 02:35 Colchester East Hill House 10:15 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 9h 45m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £38

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £33
National Express 7h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 7h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 6h 40m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 50m 16:45 Colchester East Hill House 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      11:55
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      12:50
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      13:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      16:40
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save £2

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Colchester to Birmingham is £21 on 28/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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 9 daily coaches from Colchester to Birmingham. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Colchester and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 21 coaches from Colchester to Birmingham, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Birmingham, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 9 times every day by bus from Colchester to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:35
Latest Coach 18:40
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 201.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Birmingham

Every day, 9 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 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£37
Sunday 02/08
£54
Monday 03/08
£39
Tuesday 04/08
£23
Wednesday 05/08
£36
Thursday 06/08
£37
Friday 07/08
£24
Saturday 08/08
£23
Sunday 09/08
£39
Monday 10/08
£39
Tuesday 11/08
£21
Wednesday 12/08
£36
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£21
Saturday 15/08
£21
Sunday 16/08
£39
Monday 17/08
£23
Tuesday 18/08
£50
Wednesday 19/08
£52
Thursday 20/08
£21
Friday 21/08
£22
Saturday 22/08
£21
Sunday 23/08

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 £21, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Birmingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £39.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Birmingham, with £21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £22.

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 £21
Fastest Coach 4h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:35
Last Coach 18:40
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 30/07/2026

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.

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 £21 and takes 6h 40m. 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 £21 to £92. 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 9 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 4h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £46. 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 02:35. 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 18:40. 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Colchester to Birmingham?

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 9 daily trips between Colchester and Birmingham. 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 Colchester to Birmingham?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Colchester and Birmingham 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 Colchester to Birmingham

Economy
Economy

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

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