How much is the bus ticket from London to Colchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Colchester start from $28. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which bus companies service the London to Colchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Colchester?

The earliest bus departs from London to Colchester at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Colchester?

A bus trip from London to Colchester generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Colchester on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	9:50pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 35m	9:35am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for London to Colchester on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 30m	12:10pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for London to Colchester on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for London to Colchester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 30m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for London to Colchester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 30m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for London to Colchester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 30m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	3:35am	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 15m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 30m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Victoria Coach Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Colchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Colchester. The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

55mAverage Duration

80 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $83	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $128	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Colchester?

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Stops in Colchester

A
Colchester Bus Stop
15 Stanwell Street, Stop Ba, Colchester CO2

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this company has received mixed feedback. Some customers express dissatisfaction with delays and lack of updates regarding the coach's whereabouts, resulting in late arrivals. On the other hand, there are positive comments about affordable prices and helpful staff members who provide good service.

National Express London Colchester recent customer reviews

Very disappointed. Unhelpful staff not knowing what was going on. Lack of updates as to the whereabouts of the coach. 2 hours late and I arrived home 3 hours later than I expected.

Gillian W.

June 21, 2022

I originally booked my tickets for 5:30pm but missed my coach because I got on the wrong train to Victoria. I had to buy a new tickets. I think the tickets are very pricey. I was going to Colchester in Essex to visit my daughter because it was her b’day the next day. I had to pay additional £14.80 on top of £18.37 already paid. Please consider reducing your prices especially for students.

Dee M.

January 22, 2020

National Express was great, the problems were due to heavy traffic, closed roads and several demonstrations that were taking place at the moment. But in mi opinion the bus service was OK.

Carla Lujan D.

June 5, 2019

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Colchester by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Colchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Colchester start from $28. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the London to Colchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Colchester?
The earliest bus departs from London to Colchester at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Colchester?
A bus trip from London to Colchester generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-27

$67

11-28

$66

Today

$66

11-30

$65

12-01

$35

12-02

$39

12-03

$39

12-04

$39

The cheapest trip from London to Colchester was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Colchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $75 for a bus ticket from London to Colchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-01.