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Manchester to Colchester bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

$53

Average

$56

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

03:45PM8h25

Manchester

12:10AMColchester

$531One-way

0 transfers

06:15AM8h50

Manchester

03:05PMColchester

$601One-way

0 transfers

Manchester to Colchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express	03:45PM Manchester	8h25	12:10AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
National Express	06:15AM Manchester	8h50	03:05PM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Manchester to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

8 h 25 m

Average

8 h 37 m

Buses per day

Distance

276 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Colchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

03:45PM8h25

Manchester

12:10AMColchester

$531One-way

0 transfers

06:15AM8h50

Manchester

03:05PMColchester

$601One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Colchester

Buses from Manchester to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€21) 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 26m

Cheapest ticket price

$24 (€21)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

8h 5m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to Colchester

Buy your official National Express bus tickets to Colchester from Manchester from $24 (€22) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Manchester and Colchester, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Manchester to Colchester bus information:

Average Duration: 8 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: $24
National Express frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Colchester

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

Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Colchester can start from as little as $24 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to Colchester is $51 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Manchester and Colchester is on average 8 h 5 min for the 171 mile (275 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Manchester and Colchester by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

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

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

There are 7 buses a day from Manchester to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the best Manchester to Colchester bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to Colchester from Manchester to compare what amenities they may offer.

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

You have options as you can travel between Manchester and Colchester 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.