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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester
Showing times and prices for Nov 21
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester without transferring at least once.
NX025 · NXA8 · NX71711:59PM5h51
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 305:50AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$661One-way
2 transfers
NX025 · NXA8 · NX71711:59PM5h51
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 305:50AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$661One-way
2 transfers
NX025 · NXA8 · NX71711:45PM6h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 505:50AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$671One-way
2 transfers
NX025 · NXA8 · NX71711:45PM6h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 505:50AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$671One-way
2 transfers
NXA40 · NXA8 · NX71704:05AM5h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 409:45AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$671One-way
2 transfers
NX728 · NX71709:15AM2h55
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 312:10PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$691One-way
1 transfer
NX728 · NX71708:55AM3h15
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 512:10PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$691One-way
1 transfer
NX727 · NX71711:05AM3h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:45PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$691One-way
1 transfer
NX727 · NX71701:05PM3h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 304:50PMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$691One-way
1 transfer
NX727 · NX71709:20PM3h55
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 301:15AMColchester, East Hill / High Street
$681One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
London Heathrow Airport to Colchester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Colchester buses for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 11:50 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · NX717 | Delayed 12:45 PM 10:45 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h55 | 2:40 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 12:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h55 | 4:40 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 1:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 4:40 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h55 | 7:05 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 2:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 4:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h55 | 9:50 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 5:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h35 | 9:50 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h15 | 1:15 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 9:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 1:15 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, November 21 | |||||
| NXA40 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h50 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NXA40 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h50 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX032 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 4:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h45 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX032 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 4:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h45 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NXA30 · NXA8 · NX717 | 4:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h45 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NXA30 · NXA8 · NX717 | 4:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h45 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NXA40 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h40 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NXA40 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h40 | 9:45 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX728 · NX717 | 8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 12:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX728 · NX717 | 9:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 10:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 2:45 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | 11:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 2:45 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 12:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h05 | 4:50 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h55 | 7:05 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 4:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h55 | 9:50 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h15 | 1:15 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 1 transfer | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h51 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
| NX025 · NXA8 · NX717 | On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h51 | 5:50 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester
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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 2h 55m.
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 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 22:59 |
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
Bus providers: National Express from London Heathrow Airport to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Colchester with National Express for as low as $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Colchester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester can start from as little as $37 (€30) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester is $58 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester is 2 h 55 min to travel the 64 mile (104 km) long journey, with around there are 16 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester leaves at 12: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester leaves at 11: 59PM.
There are 16 buses a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester bus with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey to Colchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Colchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express.
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