Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Luton to Colchester?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Colchester: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Luton to Colchester?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to Colchester depends on the bus companies: 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Luton to Colchester?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton to Colchester: National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Colchester

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 18 m

Buses per day

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Colchester will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Colchester on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.

5:35 PM4h15
Luton
9:50 PMColchester
$381One-way
0 transfers
4:50 AM4h10
Luton
9:00 AMColchester
$401One-way
0 transfers
8:45 PM4h30
Luton
1:15 AMColchester
$581One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Luton to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $35.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train	Driving
$47 Average price Cheapest	$74 Average price	$26 Average price (fuel + tolls)
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Colchester is a bus with an average price of $47 (€38).

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Colchester:

A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Colchester costing on average $74 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Colchester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Colchester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 41m.

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

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to Colchester among Omio's users.

Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Luton to Colchester Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:35AM	Arrival Time 05:50AM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:50AM	Arrival Time 09:00AM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $38
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:50AM	Arrival Time 10:05AM	Duration 4h15	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:10AM	Arrival Time 10:05AM	Duration 3h55	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:00AM	Arrival Time 11:25AM	Duration 4h25	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $41
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:15AM	Arrival Time 11:25AM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $42
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:00AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $41
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:15AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:35AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:05AM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 4h50	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $42
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:05AM	Arrival Time 02:45PM	Duration 4h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $26
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:25AM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:45AM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:35PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $42
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:35PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:55PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:40PM	Arrival Time 06:50PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 06:50PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 07:50PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:20PM	Arrival Time 07:50PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:35PM	Arrival Time 09:50PM	Duration 4h15	Departure days Tue	Cheapest price $38
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:35PM	Arrival Time 09:50PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $37
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:55PM	Arrival Time 10:50PM	Duration 3h55	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:45PM	Arrival Time 01:15AM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:05PM	Arrival Time 01:45AM	Duration 4h40	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56

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Luton to Colchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Colchester buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	4:50 AM Luton	4h10	9:00 AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
	5:35 PM Luton	4h15	9:50 PM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
	8:45 PM Luton	4h30	1:15 AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Why should you book Luton to Colchester buses with Omio?

National Express as well as Green Line or Arriva UK offer buses services from Luton to Colchester.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton to Colchester.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Green Line or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Colchester.
Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton to Colchester.

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Colchester.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Colchester

United Kingdom

Buses from Luton to Colchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 3h 15m.

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

56 miles (91 km)

Average bus duration

2h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€21)

Buses per day

Fastest bus

3h 15m

First bus

2:25 AM

Last bus

11:00 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

7 days

Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Green Line, Arriva UK from Luton to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Luton to Colchester with National Express, Green Line, Arriva UK for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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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

3h 15m

Cheapest Price

$26 (€21)

National Express frequency

11 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.

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Green Line

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 15m

Cheapest Price

$77 (€62)

Green Line frequency

1 a day

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 3m

Cheapest Price

$61 (€49)

Arriva UK frequency

4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Colchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Colchester can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Colchester is $47 (€38) ; 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 Luton to Colchester is 3h 15m to travel the 56 miles (91 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from Luton to Colchester leaves at 2:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from Luton to Colchester leaves at 11:00 PM.

There are 12 buses a day from Luton to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express, Green Line, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Luton to Colchester, you can count on National Express, Green Line, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Colchester. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Luton and Colchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A trip to Colchester from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Luton to Colchester is January.

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

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Luton to Colchester for bus company National Express.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Colchester:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to Colchester depends on the bus companies:

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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Luton to Colchester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton 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 Luton to Colchester:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Luton to Colchester.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Luton to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Luton to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Luton to Colchester with the following bus company: National Express.

Since neither Luton nor Colchester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to Colchester among Omio's users.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

In Colchester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the town center and near popular attractions. Common scams include overcharging by taxis that are not licensed and fraudulent street vendors. It's advisable to use official transportation services and remain vigilant in crowded places to avoid these issues.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular bus stations from Luton to Colchester

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The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Colchester.

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