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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
49 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Colchester will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 8 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Colchester on Sun, Dec 07, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Stansted Airport to Colchester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Colchester buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 0h55 | 3:40 PM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:15 PM London Stansted Airport | 0h50 | 6:05 PM Colchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
| NX717 | 12:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 1:15 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Colchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Colchester with National Express for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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