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Which bus from Cambridge to Colchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cambridge to Colchester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or CrossCountry. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £30
tomorrow
from £23
Sunday
from £15
Monday
from £15
Tuesday
from £15
Wednesday
from £15
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    0
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    14:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    16:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      1h 50m
      0
      04:00
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      04:35
      London Stansted Airport
      London Stansted Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      0h 50m
      0
      05:00
      London Stansted Airport
      London Stansted Airport
      05:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    09:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • CrossCountry
    4h 58m
    0
    05:05
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:03
    Colchester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Colchester via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      1h 50m
      0
      04:00
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      04:35
      London Stansted Airport
      London Stansted Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      0h 50m
      0
      05:00
      London Stansted Airport
      London Stansted Airport
      05:50
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    2h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    18:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    14:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    14:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    2h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    21:50
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    05:45
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    09:45
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    09:20
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    14:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    2h 45m
    0
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    16:40
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cambridge and Colchester?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cambridge to Colchester. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Cambridge to Colchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cambridge and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 coaches from Cambridge to Colchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Colchester, with 5 offers.

All facts for Cambridge to Colchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and CrossCountry that travel daily 6 times by bus from Cambridge to Colchester in one click. Book your Cambridge to Colchester bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 2h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:45
Latest Coach 19:15
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 64.1 km
Coach Companies National Express and CrossCountry

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cambridge to Colchester?

Every day, 6 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cambridge for Colchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 28/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 24/03
Tuesday 25/03
Wednesday 26/03
Thursday 27/03
Friday 28/03
£30
Saturday 29/03
£23
Sunday 30/03
£15
Monday 31/03
£15
Tuesday 01/04
£15
Wednesday 02/04
£15
Thursday 03/04
Friday 04/04
Saturday 05/04
£19
Sunday 06/04
£19
Monday 07/04
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 09/04
Thursday 10/04
Friday 11/04
Saturday 12/04
£19
Sunday 13/04
Monday 14/04
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
£19
Thursday 17/04
£20
Friday 18/04
Saturday 19/04
£21
Sunday 20/04

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Colchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Colchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cambridge to Colchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Colchester, with £15. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge to Colchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cambridge to Colchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cambridge to Colchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cambridge to Colchester are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Cambridge to Colchester?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cambridge to Colchester timetable.

National Express from Cambridge to Colchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cambridge to Colchester:

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 2h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:45
Last Coach 19:15
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 27/03/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Colchester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cambridge and Colchester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cambridge to Colchester? Compare all modes of transports from Cambridge to Colchester.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cambridge to Colchester

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cambridge to Colchester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cambridge to Colchester bus

How much does a Cambridge Colchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cambridge Colchester bus trip is available from £15 and takes 2h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cambridge to Colchester?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £31. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Colchester.

How many connections are available for the Cambridge Colchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cambridge to Colchester is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Colchester from Cambridge take?

The quickest coach from Cambridge to Colchester is provided by National Express and takes 2h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £31. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Colchester?

The earliest bus to Colchester departs from Cambridge at 05:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cambridge to Colchester?

The latest bus to Colchester departs from Cambridge at 19:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cambridge Colchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cambridge to Colchester can travel with National Express and CrossCountry. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Colchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge and Colchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and CrossCountry.

What can I take with me on the bus to Colchester from Cambridge?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cambridge Colchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cambridge Colchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cambridge to Colchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cambridge to Colchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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