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Compare all timetables for the bus from Newmarket to Colchester

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

today
£36
tomorrow
£36
Sunday
£36
Monday
Tuesday
£31
Wednesday
£35
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 10m 11:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 14:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 35m 13:15 Newmarket Bus Stop 16:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 45m 15:20 Newmarket Bus Stop 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 4h 15m 17:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 5m 05:30 Newmarket Bus Stop 09:35 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 30m 08:40 Newmarket Bus Stop 12:10 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 5m 11:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 14:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 30m 15:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 4h 15m 17:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 30m 08:40 Newmarket Bus Stop 12:10 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 5m 11:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 14:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 25m 13:15 Newmarket Bus Stop 16:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 3h 30m 15:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
National Express 4h 15m 17:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newmarket to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 35m
      0
      03:15
      Newmarket
      Bus Stop
      04:35
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      0h 50m
      0
      05:00
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      05:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 35m 05:10 Newmarket Bus Stop 09:45 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £31
National Express 3h 25m 13:15 Newmarket Bus Stop 16:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £31
National Express 3h 45m 15:20 Newmarket Bus Stop 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £31
National Express 4h 15m 17:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £31
National Express 3h 30m 08:40 Newmarket Bus Stop 12:10 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newmarket to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 15m
      0
      17:35
      Newmarket
      Bus Stop
      19:15
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • National Express
      0h 50m
      0
      21:00
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 30m 08:40 Newmarket Bus Stop 12:10 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
National Express 3h 5m 11:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 14:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
National Express 3h 25m 13:15 Newmarket Bus Stop 16:40 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
National Express 3h 45m 15:20 Newmarket Bus Stop 19:05 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
National Express 4h 15m 17:35 Newmarket Bus Stop 21:50 Colchester East Hill House  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newmarket to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 15m
      0
      17:35
      Newmarket
      Bus Stop
      19:15
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • National Express
      0h 50m
      0
      21:00
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      21:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save £9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Newmarket to Colchester is £31 on 23/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Newmarket and Colchester

See here how frequent the connections between Newmarket and Colchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Newmarket to Colchester. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Newmarket and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 15 coaches from Newmarket to Colchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Newmarket and Colchester, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Newmarket to Colchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Newmarket to Colchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Newmarket to Colchester starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus £31
Fastest Bus 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 11:35
Latest Coach 17:35
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 52.4 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Newmarket to Colchester

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Newmarket for Colchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 19/12/2025 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
£36
Saturday 20/12
£36
Sunday 21/12
£36
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
£31
Wednesday 24/12
£35
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£52
Saturday 27/12
£37
Sunday 28/12
£37
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 Newmarket to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Newmarket to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £31, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Newmarket to Colchester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Newmarket to Colchester, with £31. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £35.

How to save money travelling from Newmarket 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 Newmarket 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 Newmarket 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 Newmarket to Colchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Newmarket to Colchester

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

National Express from Newmarket to Colchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £31
Fastest Coach 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 11:35
Last Coach 17:35
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 17/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Newmarket and Colchester

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Newmarket to Colchester

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

FAQs about the Newmarket to Colchester bus

How much does a Newmarket - Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Newmarket - Colchester bus trip is available from £31 and takes 4h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Newmarket to Colchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £39. 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 Newmarket - Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Newmarket to Colchester is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Colchester from Newmarket take?

The quickest coach from Newmarket to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 3h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Newmarket to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from Newmarket at 11:35. 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 Newmarket to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from Newmarket at 17:35. 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 Newmarket - Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Newmarket 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 Newmarket and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Newmarket 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 Newmarket?

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 Newmarket 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 Newmarket 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 Newmarket to Colchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Newmarket 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 5 daily trips between Newmarket 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 Newmarket to Colchester?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Newmarket 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 Newmarket to Colchester

Economy
Economy

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

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