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Cheap bus tickets from Southampton to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$24

Average

$24

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

06:20PM5h50

Southampton

12:10AMColchester

$241One-way

0 transfers

Southampton to Colchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
National ExpressNational Express	06:20PM Southampton	5h50	12:10AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Southampton to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

5 h 50 m

Average

5 h 50 m

Buses per day

Distance

194 km

Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for Colchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

06:20PM5h50

Southampton

12:10AMColchester

$241One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Colchester

Buses from Southampton to Colchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€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

120 miles (194 km)

Average bus duration

6h 57m

Cheapest ticket price

$22 (€20)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

5h 50m

First bus

03:00

Last bus

21:33

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to Colchester

Travel from Southampton to Colchester from $22 (€20) with Omio’s bus partners National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

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 Southampton - Colchester 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 Southampton to Colchester with National Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: $22
National Express frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Colchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Southampton 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 Southampton to Colchester.

Cheap bus tickets from Southampton to Colchester can start from as little as $22 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Southampton to Colchester is $44 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Southampton to Colchester bus time is 5 h 50 min covering the 120 mile (194 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Southampton to Colchester leaves at 3: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Southampton to Colchester leaves at 9: 33PM.

There are 11 buses a day from Southampton to Colchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

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

The cheapest month for a bus from Southampton to Colchester is November.

You have options as you can travel from Southampton to Colchester 2 different ways: train or bus.