Colchester to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Stansted

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

€24

Average price

€24

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

55 m

Buses per day

1

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 €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester for Stansted on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 55 m 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 Express
11:10AM0h55
Colchester
12:05PMStansted
€241One-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 prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €68.

Distance: 45 km

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€20

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Cheapest

€72

Average price

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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30m

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Live departures

Colchester to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Stansted buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:24 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX7173:05 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h50
3:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7176:05 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h50
6:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7178:25 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h05
9:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX71712:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h55
1:05 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_expressNX7174:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h05
5:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7177:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
1h00
8:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7179:35 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
0h55
10:30 PM 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 7 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 45 km distance in 55m.

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
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
55m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:00
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 €10. 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 Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
€10
National Express frequency
7 a day
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.
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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 €22; 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 50 min   to travel the 45 km long route, with around there are 6 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Colchester to Stansted leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Colchester to Stansted leaves at 23: 18.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Colchester to Stansted without having to change trains with National Express. There are 6 direct coaches from Colchester to Stansted each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from Colchester to Stansted you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Colchester and Stansted on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Colchester, East Hill / High Street, which is located around 0.5 miles (821 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Stansted from Colchester is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Colchester to Stansted by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel from Colchester to Stansted 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Colchester to Stansted has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Colchester to Stansted, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
    No, luggage for the coach from Colchester to Stansted needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Colchester to Stansted.

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