Brighton to Colchester bus with National Express

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Cheap bus tickets from Brighton to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Cheapest

$30

Average

$38

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

05:27PM6h43

Brighton

12:10AMColchester

$301One-way

0 transfers

05:34PM6h36

Brighton

12:10AMColchester

$311One-way

0 transfers

11:12AM7h33

Brighton

06:45PMColchester

$461One-way

0 transfers

11:19AM7h26

Brighton

06:45PMColchester

$461One-way

0 transfers

Brighton to Colchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National ExpressNational Express	05:27PM Brighton	6h43	12:10AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	05:34PM Brighton	6h36	12:10AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	11:12AM Brighton	7h33	06:45PM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	11:19AM Brighton	7h26	06:45PM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Brighton to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Fastest Journey

6 h 36 m

Average

7 h 5 m

Buses per day

Distance

138 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Brighton for Colchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

05:34PM6h36

Brighton

12:10AMColchester

$311One-way

0 transfers

05:27PM6h43

Brighton

12:10AMColchester

$301One-way

0 transfers

11:19AM7h26

Brighton

06:45PMColchester

$461One-way

0 transfers

11:12AM7h33

Brighton

06:45PMColchester

$461One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Colchester

Buses from Brighton to Colchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€23) if you book in advance.

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

85 miles (138 km)

Average bus duration

7h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€23)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

5h 26m

First bus

02:50

Last bus

22:55

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to Colchester

For as little as $27 (€24) you can travel by bus between Brighton and Colchester with National Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Colchester from Brighton, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Brighton to Colchester bus information with National Express:

Average Duration: 6 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: $27

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Colchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Brighton to Colchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Colchester.

Cheap bus tickets from Brighton to Colchester can start from as little as $26 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Brighton to Colchester is $47 (€42); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time to Colchester from Brighton is on average 5 h 26 min for the 86 mile (138 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Brighton to Colchester by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Brighton to Colchester leaves at 2: 50AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Brighton to Colchester leaves at 10: 53PM.

There are 12 buses a day from Brighton to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the route from Brighton to Colchester you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Colchester from Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Colchester by bus is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Colchester including taking a train or bus.