Bus and Coach from Colchester to Broadstairs: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Colchester to Broadstairs

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

today

tomorrow

£46

Monday

Tuesday

£43

Wednesday

£43

Thursday

Friday

£66

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 25m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	14:30	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£46	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
National Express	9h 25m	08:35	Colchester	East Hill House	18:00	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£46	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 08:35:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
National Express	9h 10m	12:10	Colchester	East Hill House	21:20	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£46	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 21:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
National Express	8h 5m	16:35	Colchester	East Hill House	00:40	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£46	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 16:35:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 00:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	7h 15m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	10:20	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 03:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 55m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	15:00	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
National Express	8h 5m	12:10	Colchester	East Hill House	20:15	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 35m	14:10	Colchester	East Hill House	23:45	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 14:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
National Express	7h 30m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	10:35	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 03:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 10:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 55m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	15:00	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
National Express	8h 5m	12:10	Colchester	East Hill House	20:15	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 35m	14:10	Colchester	East Hill House	23:45	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 14:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
National Express	7h 30m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	10:35	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 03:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 10:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 15m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	10:20	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 03:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	8h 25m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	14:30	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
National Express	9h 25m	08:35	Colchester	East Hill House	18:00	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 08:35:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
National Express	9h 10m	12:10	Colchester	East Hill House	21:20	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 21:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
National Express	8h 5m	16:35	Colchester	East Hill House	00:40	Broadstairs	Bus Stop	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 16:35:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/12/2025 00:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Broadstairs via Canterbury, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  14:10
  
  Colchester
  East Hill House
  
  21:05
  
  Canterbury
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £43
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 14:10:00 to Coach Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 21:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
- National Express
  
  1h 0m
  
  0
  
  22:45
  
  Canterbury
  University of Kent
  
  23:45
  
  Broadstairs
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from University of Kent, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 22:45:00 to Bus Stop, Broadstairs (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Colchester to Broadstairs is £39 on 16/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Broadstairs

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Broadstairs are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Colchester to Broadstairs. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Colchester and Broadstairs.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 8 coaches from Colchester to Broadstairs, while Night sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Broadstairs, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Broadstairs

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Colchester to Broadstairs in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Broadstairs starting from £39!

Cheapest Bus	£39
Fastest Bus	7h 15m
Earliest Coach	03:05
Latest Coach	16:35
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	68.9 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Broadstairs

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Broadstairs: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£46

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£43

Wednesday 24/12

£43

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

£66

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

£50

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

Tuesday 06/01

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Broadstairs

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Broadstairs, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £43, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Broadstairs. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £65.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Broadstairs, with £43. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £43.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Broadstairs

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 Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs, 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 Broadstairs are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Broadstairs

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

National Express from Colchester to Broadstairs

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

Cheapest Price	£43
Fastest Coach	7h 15m
Earliest Coach	03:05
Last Coach	16:35
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	18/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Broadstairs

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

Coach Station

Stanwell Street 12

East Hill House

Alresford, Essex

Station Road, Alresford, Colchester

University of Essex

Boundary Rd

The Centre

Bus Stop

High Street 94

St Peter's

Albion Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Broadstairs

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Broadstairs bus

How much does a Colchester - Broadstairs coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Broadstairs bus trip is available from £39 and takes 8h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Colchester to Broadstairs is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £39 to £66. 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 - Broadstairs route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Broadstairs is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Broadstairs from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Broadstairs is provided by National Express and takes 7h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £51. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Broadstairs?

The earliest bus to Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs?

The latest bus to Broadstairs departs from Colchester at 16:35. 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 - Broadstairs route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester to Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs?

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

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Colchester and to Broadstairs

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