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

today
£34
tomorrow
Thursday
£28
Friday
£15
Saturday
£25
Sunday
£25
Monday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 55m 08:30 London Victoria Coach Station 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 3h 55m 11:00 London Victoria Coach Station 14:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 3h 55m 13:00 London Victoria Coach Station 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 3h 50m 16:00 London Victoria Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
National Express 3h 8m 09:17 London Mile End 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Flibco
      1h 30m
      0
      10:55
      London
      Redbridge Station
      11:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      Flibco
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 55m
      0
      11:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:25
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 1h 38m shorter, and you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 30m 06:30 London Victoria Coach Station 10:00 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 3h 55m 08:30 London Victoria Coach Station 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 3h 55m 11:00 London Victoria Coach Station 14:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 3h 55m 13:00 London Victoria Coach Station 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
National Express 3h 50m 16:00 London Victoria Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Flibco
      1h 30m
      0
      10:55
      London
      Redbridge Station
      11:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      Flibco
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 55m
      0
      11:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:25
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 43m 07:17 London Mile End 10:00 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 8m 09:17 London Mile End 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 3m 11:57 London Mile End 15:00 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 8m 13:57 London Mile End 17:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 4m 16:46 London Mile End 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 06:30 London Victoria Coach Station 10:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 09:00 London Victoria Coach Station 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 55m 13:00 London Victoria Coach Station 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 50m 16:00 London Victoria Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 2h 48m 07:17 London Mile End 10:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Flibco
      1h 45m
      0
      10:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      11:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      Flibco
      Economy
      £13
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 55m
      0
      11:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:25
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 1h 3m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 06:30 London Victoria Coach Station 10:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 09:00 London Victoria Coach Station 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 55m 11:00 London Victoria Coach Station 14:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 55m 13:00 London Victoria Coach Station 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
National Express 3h 50m 16:00 London Victoria Coach Station 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Flibco
      1h 45m
      0
      10:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      11:25
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      Flibco
      Economy
      £13
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 55m
      0
      11:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      12:25
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 1h 40m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 43m 07:17 London Mile End 10:00 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 8m 09:17 London Mile End 12:25 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 2h 58m 11:57 London Mile End 14:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 2h 58m 13:57 London Mile End 16:55 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15
National Express 3h 4m 16:46 London Mile End 19:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from London to Colchester is £15 on 08/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London and Colchester

See here how frequent the connections between London and Colchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily coaches from London to Colchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between London and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 45 coaches from London to Colchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between London and Colchester, with 36 offers.

Facts about coaches from London to Colchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 20 times every day by bus from London to Colchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Colchester starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 2h 10m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Latest Coach 23:35
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 82.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from London to Colchester

Every day, 20 buses from 1 coach companies leave London for Colchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from London to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from London to Colchester. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Colchester, with £15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

How to save money travelling from London to Colchester

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 London 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 bus from London 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 London to Colchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London to Colchester

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

National Express from London to Colchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 2h 10m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Last Coach 23:35
Daily Connections 20 Ø
Found on 04/05/2026

All bus stations and stops in London and Colchester

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from London to Colchester

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

FAQs about the London to Colchester bus

How much does a London - Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the London - Colchester bus trip is available from £15 and takes 2h 43m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection London to Colchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £37. 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 London - Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London to Colchester is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Colchester from London take?

The quickest coach from London to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 2h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from London at 08:30. 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 London to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from London at 23:35. 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 London - Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from London 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 London and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between London 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 London?

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 London 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 London 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 London to Colchester on your planned travel date.

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

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 20 daily trips between London and Colchester. 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 London to Colchester?

Prices and availability for 20 trips between London and Colchester 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 London to Colchester

Economy
Economy

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

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