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

today
£23
tomorrow
£23
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£23
Saturday
£29
Sunday
£33

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 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £23
National Express 6h 53m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £23
National Express 7h 40m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £25
National Express 7h 35m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £25
National Express 6h 40m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Bournemouth via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      20:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Green Line Station
      01:15
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 45m 08:40 Colchester East Hill House 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £23
National Express 9h 13m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 21:08 Bournemouth University  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Bournemouth via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      20:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Green Line Station
      01:15
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 38m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £23
National Express 11h 10m 08:40 Colchester East Hill House 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £23
National Express 9h 23m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £23
National Express 8h 5m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £24
National Express 7h 35m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Bournemouth via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      20:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Green Line Station
      01:15
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 55m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £29
National Express 7h 40m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £33
National Express 5h 50m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 11:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £45
National Express 5h 45m 08:50 Colchester East Hill House 14:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £46
National Express 6h 45m 02:35 Colchester East Hill House 09:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Bournemouth via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      20:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Green Line Station
      01:15
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 18:40 Colchester East Hill House 01:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £33
National Express 6h 40m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £34
National Express 6h 53m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £34
National Express 7h 40m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £35
National Express 7h 35m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Bournemouth via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 35m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      20:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Green Line Station
      01:15
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Colchester to Bournemouth is £23 on 04/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Colchester to Bournemouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Colchester and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 15 coaches from Colchester to Bournemouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Bournemouth, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Colchester to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Bournemouth starting from £23!

Cheapest Bus £23
Fastest Bus 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:35
Latest Coach 18:40
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 233.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Bournemouth

Every day, 7 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£25
Tuesday 05/05
£23
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£23
Saturday 09/05
£33
Sunday 10/05
£34
Monday 11/05
£23
Tuesday 12/05
£23
Wednesday 13/05
£24
Thursday 14/05
£26
Friday 15/05
£25
Saturday 16/05
£24
Sunday 17/05
£34
Monday 18/05
£24
Tuesday 19/05
£24
Wednesday 20/05
£24
Thursday 21/05
£24
Friday 22/05
£29
Saturday 23/05
£24
Sunday 24/05
£29
Monday 25/05
£25
Tuesday 26/05
£29
Wednesday 27/05
£29
Thursday 28/05
£29
Friday 29/05
£24
Saturday 30/05
£29
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £23, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Bournemouth. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Bournemouth, with £23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Bournemouth

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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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 Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Bournemouth

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

National Express from Colchester to Bournemouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:35
Last Coach 18:40
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 10/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Bournemouth

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Bournemouth

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Colchester - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £23 and takes 7h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Colchester to Bournemouth is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £23 to £67. 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 - Bournemouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 7 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Colchester take?

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

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth 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 - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

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 7 daily trips between Colchester and Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Colchester and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth

Economy
Economy

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

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