Stansted to Colchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jun 03

Cheapest price

€24

Average price

€24

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

51 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Colchester 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 7 buses that leave Stansted for Colchester on Wed, Jun 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Wed, Jun 03 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 ExpressNX717
    7:00 PM0h50
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    7:50 PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    1:00 AM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    1:45 AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    4:00 PM0h55
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    4:55 PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    10:00 PM0h50
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    10:50 PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX717
    9:00 AM1h00
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    10:00 AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
    €241One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Stansted to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Colchester 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 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 45 km

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Train

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€64

Average price

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Greater Anglia

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Live departures

Stansted to Colchester bus times

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

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Tickets
National ExpressNX7171:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Colchester

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Buses from Stansted to Colchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. 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 22:00. 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
55m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
10:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
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 Stansted to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Colchester 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 Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€11
National Express frequency
8 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Stansted to Colchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted to Colchester 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 Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Colchester can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Colchester is €20; 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 Stansted to Colchester 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 Stansted to Colchester leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted to Colchester leaves at 10:00 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Stansted to Colchester with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Colchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Colchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted and Colchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Colchester from Stansted 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 Stansted to Colchester is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted and Colchester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Colchester for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted to Colchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted to Colchester 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 Stansted to Colchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Colchester:
  • 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 Stansted to Colchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Colchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted to Colchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Colchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted to Colchester with the following coach company: National Express.

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Popular bus stations from Stansted to Colchester

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