The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
54 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 7 buses that leave Colchester for Stansted Mountfitchet on Thu, May 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 48 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 Thu, May 14 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.
NX7174:45 PM1h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street5:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7176:40 PM0h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street7:35 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX71711:55 AM0h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street12:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7178:40 AM1h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street9:45 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7175:35 AM0h50Colchester, East Hill / High Street6:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7175:35 AM0h50Colchester, East Hill / High Street6:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7172:35 AM0h50Colchester, East Hill / High Street3:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€251One-way0 transfers
NX7176:40 PM0h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street7:35 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX71711:55 AM0h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street12:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX7172:10 PM1h00Colchester, East Hill / High Street3:10 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX717 | 2:35 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0h50 | 3:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 5:35 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0h50 | 6:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 8:40 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1h05 | 9:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 11:55 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0h55 | 12:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 2:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1h00 | 3:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 4:45 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1h05 | 5:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX717 | 6:40 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0h55 | 7:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Buses from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 8 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:17. The fastest bus covers the 48 km distance in 55m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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