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Cheap bus tickets from Colchester to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

$75

Average

$85

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

Cheapest

03:05AM9h15

Colchester

12:20PMManchester, Coach Station

$751One-way

2 transfers

2nd Cheapest

09:35PM11h05

Colchester

08:40AMManchester, Coach Station

$811One-way

2 transfers

04:35PM9h10

Colchester

01:45AMManchester, Coach Station

$881One-way

2 transfers

02:10PM9h45

Colchester

11:55PMManchester, Coach Station

$891One-way

2 transfers

06:05AM9h45

Colchester

03:50PMManchester, Coach Station

$891One-way

2 transfers

Colchester to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX717	03:05AM Colchester	9h15	12:20PM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	06:05AM Colchester	9h45	03:50PM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	08:35AM Colchester	9h30	06:05PM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	12:10PM Colchester	8h50	09:00PM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	02:10PM Colchester	9h45	11:55PM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	04:35PM Colchester	9h10	01:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	07:35PM Colchester	10h10	05:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	09:35PM Colchester	11h05	08:40AM Manchester, Coach Station	2 transfers
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Bus times from Colchester to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

8 h 50 m

Average

9 h 41 m

Buses per day

Distance

276 km

It's difficult to get from Colchester to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

12:10PM8h50

Colchester

09:00PMManchester, Coach Station

$901One-way

2 transfers

2nd Fastest

04:35PM9h10

Colchester

01:45AMManchester, Coach Station

$881One-way

2 transfers

03:05AM9h15

Colchester

12:20PMManchester, Coach Station

$751One-way

2 transfers

08:35AM9h30

Colchester

06:05PMManchester, Coach Station

$891One-way

2 transfers

02:10PM9h45

Colchester

11:55PMManchester, Coach Station

$891One-way

2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Manchester

Buses from Colchester to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€20) 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

170 miles (275 km)

Average bus duration

9h 36m

Cheapest ticket price

$23 (€20)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

8h 45m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Bus companies: National Express from Colchester to Manchester

For as little as $25 (€22) you can travel by bus to Manchester from Colchester with National Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Colchester - Manchester bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Colchester to Manchester with National Express:

Average Duration: 8 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $25
National Express frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Bus from Colchester to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Colchester to Manchester 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 Colchester to Manchester.

Cheap bus tickets from Colchester to Manchester can start from as little as $23 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Colchester to Manchester is $54 (€48); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time from Colchester to Manchester is on average 8 h 45 min for the 171 mile (275 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Manchester from Colchester by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Colchester to Manchester leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Colchester to Manchester leaves at 11: 40 PM.

There are 6 buses a day from Colchester to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the trip from Colchester to Manchester you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Colchester and Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Colchester to Manchester by bus is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Manchester from Colchester including taking a train, bus or flight.