Colchester to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Stansted

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15

Cheapest price on Sep 15

€13

Average ticket price on Sep 15

€16

Fastest journey on Sep 15

50 m

Average journey duration on Sep 15

54 m

Buses on Sep 15

7

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colchester to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Colchester to Stansted will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast buses

On Tue, Sep 15, we found 7 buses from Colchester to Stansted, including 7 direct services.

On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National ExpressNX717
    6:40 PM0h55
    Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    7:35 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    4:45 PM1h05
    Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    5:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    2:10 PM1h00
    Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    3:10 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    5:35 AM0h50
    Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    6:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    11:55 AM0h55
    Colchester, East Hill / High Street
    12:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Colchester to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €56.

Distance: 45 km

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Bus
Train
Driving

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€56

Average price

€19

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 31m

Average total duration

2h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Colchester to Stansted is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Stansted:

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colchester to Stansted costing on average €56.

The fastest way to travel from Colchester to Stansted is by bus with an average journey time of 57m.

Other travel options to Stansted take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and Stansted including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Colchester to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Stansted buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX71711:55 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h55
12:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7172:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h00
3:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7174:45 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h05
5:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7176:40 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h55
7:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, September 15
National ExpressNX7172:35 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h50
3:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7175:35 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h50
6:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7178:40 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h05
9:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Stansted

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Buses from Colchester to Stansted run on average 8 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:28. The fastest bus covers the 45 km distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
45 km
Average bus duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Stansted with National Express for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
50m
Cheapest National Express Price
€11
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Colchester to Stansted

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Stansted by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Colchester to Stansted can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester to Stansted is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Colchester to Stansted is 50m to travel the 45 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Colchester to Stansted leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Colchester to Stansted leaves at 11:28 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Colchester to Stansted with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Colchester to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Colchester and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Colchester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Colchester, East Hill / High Street, Marks Tey, A120 . When arriving in Stansted , you can end your trip in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Colchester, East Hill / High Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Stansted from Colchester is worth doing with a journey time of 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Colchester to Stansted is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and Stansted including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Colchester to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Colchester to Stansted depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Colchester to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Colchester to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Colchester to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Colchester to Stansted

Most Colchester to Stansted buses use the Colchester, East Hill / High Street to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Colchester
Arrival bus stations in Stansted

Which Colchester station do buses to Stansted leave from?

Buses from Colchester to Stansted leave from Colchester, East Hill / High Street. The station is from Colchester city centre at Colchester Bus Station, Colchester CO2 7DP, UK.
Colchester, East Hill / High StreetColchester Bus Station, Colchester CO2 7DP, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Colchester, East Hill / High Street from Colchester city centre

Bus1, 2, 3 · 1m · €3 · every ~17 min
107, 105 · 7m · €1 · every ~3 min

Colchester, East Hill / High Street bus station facilities and services

Colchester, East Hill / High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Colchester, East Hill / High Street. ATMs are available at Colchester, East Hill / High Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Colchester, East Hill / High Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Colchester, East Hill / High Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester, East Hill / High Street: Limited accessibility features.

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