4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chelmsford to Colchester
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chelmsford to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Chelmsford for Colchester on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 51 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chelmsford to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$21 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chelmsford to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Colchester buses for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:56 AM Chelmsford | 1h17 | 7:13 AM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:21 AM Chelmsford | 1h25 | 7:46 AM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:53 AM Chelmsford | 1h30 | 8:23 AM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:01 AM Chelmsford | 1h26 | 8:27 AM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:21 AM Chelmsford | 1h40 | 9:01 AM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chelmsford to Colchester
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Buses from Chelmsford to Colchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:42, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 23m |
First bus 03:42 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 35 days |
Bus providers: First Essex, Stephensons of Essex from Chelmsford to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Chelmsford to Colchester with First Essex, Stephensons of Essex for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chelmsford to Colchester
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