How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Colchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Stansted to Colchester start from £9. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Colchester?

The average bus journey time from Stansted to Colchester is 50m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Stansted to Colchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Colchester?

The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Colchester at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Colchester?

A bus journey from Stansted to Colchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Stansted to Colchester from £8 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	19:05	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	11:15	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	12:10	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	11:15	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	12:10	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	09:35	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	09:35	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	01:15	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	05:00	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	05:50	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	08:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stansted to Colchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Colchester. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

50mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£9 - £27	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Colchester?

Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Stops in Colchester

A
Colchester Bus Stop
15 Stanwell Street, Stop Ba, Colchester CO2

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National Express

4/529,746 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the timely and efficient service, highlighting clean buses and professional drivers. Many appreciated the smooth rides and ease of booking tickets online. However, some mentioned that an additional stop closer to train stations would be beneficial for older passengers.

National Express Stansted Colchester recent customer reviews

Excellent customer service, fast and efficient service.. The coach was clean and comfortable and arrived on time.

Cathryn O.

31 January 2024

Everything but the departure which was to far away from train and bus station resulting in 1hr wait for services. An extra stop nearer train and bus stations is required for the 65s and over.

Ian G.

15 September 2023

I enjoyed my journey and the bus arrived and left on time according to the ticket. It was very easy to book a ticket online.

Hum G.

8 September 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stansted to Colchester

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Colchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stansted to Colchester start from £9. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Colchester?
The average bus journey time from Stansted to Colchester is 50m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Colchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Colchester?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Colchester at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Colchester?
A bus journey from Stansted to Colchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/12

£18

02/12

£19

Today

£18

04/12

£17

05/12

£17

06/12

£8

07/12

£8

08/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Stansted to Colchester was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Colchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £23 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Colchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-06.