Bus and Coach from Colchester to Dartford: Compare all prices

Which bus from Colchester to Dartford is the best?

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

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from £27

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Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

6h 45m

0

06:05

Colchester
East Hill House

12:50

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£27

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2025 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
National Express

5h 55m

0

12:10

Colchester
East Hill House

18:05

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2025 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express

7h 35m

0

14:10

Colchester
East Hill House

21:45

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2025 14:10:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2025 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Dartford via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  3h 55m
  
  0
  
  14:10
  
  Colchester
  East Hill House
  
  16:30
  
  London
  Stratford Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2025 14:10:00 to Stratford Coach Station, London (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2025 16:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  16:55
  
  London
  Elephant and Castle
  
  18:05
  
  Dartford
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Elephant and Castle, London (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2025 16:55:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2025 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

6h 15m

0

06:05

Colchester
East Hill House

12:20

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£27

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 06:05:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express

7h 40m

0

08:25

Colchester
East Hill House

16:05

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 08:25:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express

7h 20m

0

12:10

Colchester
East Hill House

19:30

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
National Express

6h 15m

0

16:30

Colchester
East Hill House

22:45

Dartford
Bus Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 16:30:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 22:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Dartford via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  3h 55m
  
  0
  
  14:10
  
  Colchester
  East Hill House
  
  16:30
  
  London
  Stratford Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2025 14:10:00 to Stratford Coach Station, London (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2025 16:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  16:55
  
  London
  Elephant and Castle
  
  18:05
  
  Dartford
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Elephant and Castle, London (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2025 16:55:00 to Bus Station, Dartford (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2025 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save £5

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Colchester to Dartford. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Colchester to Dartford. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Colchester and Dartford.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 coaches from Colchester to Dartford, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Dartford, with 3 offers.

All facts for Colchester to Dartford bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 3 times by bus from Colchester to Dartford in one click. Book your Colchester to Dartford bus ticket starting from £27!

Cheapest Bus	£27
Fastest Bus	5h 55m
Earliest Coach	06:05
Latest Coach	16:30
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	68.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Colchester to Dartford?

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Dartford. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

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Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 10/03

Tuesday 11/03

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 13/03

Friday 14/03

Saturday 15/03

Sunday 16/03

Monday 17/03

Tuesday 18/03

Wednesday 19/03

Thursday 20/03

£27

Friday 21/03

£27

Saturday 22/03

Sunday 23/03

£30

Monday 24/03

Tuesday 25/03

Wednesday 26/03

Thursday 27/03

Friday 28/03

Saturday 29/03

Sunday 30/03

Monday 31/03

Tuesday 01/04

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 03/04

Friday 04/04

Saturday 05/04

Sunday 06/04

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Dartford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Dartford, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £27, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Dartford. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £27.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Dartford, with £27. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Dartford

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 Colchester to Dartford 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 Colchester to Dartford, 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 Colchester to Dartford are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Dartford

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

Coach Station

Stanwell Street 12

Alresford, Essex

Station Road, Alresford, Colchester

East Hill House

University of Essex

Boundary Rd

Central Station

Station Rd

Bus Station

Greenhith

Southdowns Church

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Colchester to Dartford. 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 Colchester to Dartford bus

How much does a Colchester Dartford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester Dartford bus trip is available from £27 and takes 6h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £27 to £28. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Dartford.

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

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Dartford is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Dartford from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Dartford is provided by National Express and takes 5h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £28. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Dartford?

The earliest bus to Dartford departs from Colchester at 06:05. 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 Colchester to Dartford?

The latest bus to Dartford departs from Colchester at 16:30. 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 Colchester Dartford route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Dartford?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester and Dartford 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.

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

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 Colchester Dartford 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 Colchester Dartford 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 Colchester to Dartford on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Colchester and to Dartford

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Colchester and to Dartford. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!