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01/15/2026
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Southend-on-Sea to Colchester by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester by bus is 25.63 mi and takes 6 hr 33 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:30 AM and the last at 11:50 PM. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester by bus for as little as $11.52 or as much as $55.90. The best price for this journey is $11.52.

Lowest Price $11.52
Journey Duration 6 hr 33 min
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $11.52
Highest Price $55.90
First Departure 12:30 AM
Last Departure 11:50 PM
Distance 25.63 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Colchester
Carriers National Express, Greater Anglia

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Colchester bus tickets can be found for as low as $19.91 if you’re lucky, or $22.88 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $31.01.

Find the best day to travel to Colchester by bus

When travelling to Colchester by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express and Greater Anglia from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester
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Southend-on-Sea to Colchester CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
2.89kg
Bus
3.09kg
Flight
8.25kg
Car
6.6kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester is $34.98. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $11.52.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester is $11.52. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Colchester by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Colchester is 25.63 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Colchester take?
Southend-on-Sea to Colchester is on average 6 hr 33 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hr 33 min.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and Greater Anglia.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
Southend-on-Sea to Colchester has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester departs at 12:30 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester departs at 11:50 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $11.52 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Colchester.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Colchester by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Colchester is 0 hr 33 min.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Colchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Colchester by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Colchester creates 3.09kg of CO2 emissions.

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