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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colchester to Birmingham from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$36
Saturday
$36
Sunday
$58
Monday
$31
Tuesday
$50
Wednesday
$28

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 4:55 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 50m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 40m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 1:20 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 7h 30m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $44
National Express 6h 35m 5:35 AM Colchester East Hill House 12:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $52

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 55m 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 40m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 1:20 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 4h 45m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 4:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $44
National Express 6h 35m 5:35 AM Colchester East Hill House 12:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $52

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 4:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 7h 30m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 6h 55m 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 6h 40m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 1:20 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 6h 35m 5:35 AM Colchester East Hill House 12:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $60
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via Marks Tey, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      4h 30m
      Colchester
      5 mi
      12:10 PM
      Marks Tey
      Central Station
      4:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $58
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      2:10 PM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      3:10 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 30m
      0
      3:30 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $19
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 6h 40m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 1:20 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 4:55 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 7h 30m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 35m 5:35 AM Colchester East Hill House 12:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 0m
      0
      11:55 AM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      12:50 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      1:30 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      4:55 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $50
National Express 7h 50m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 12:35 AM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via Marks Tey, you can save more than $22? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 44%
      4h 45m
      Colchester
      5 mi
      12:10 PM
      Marks Tey
      Central Station
      4:55 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 0m
      0
      11:55 AM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      12:50 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      1:30 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      4:55 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $28
National Express 5h 0m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 4:55 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 6h 40m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 1:20 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 7h 30m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
National Express 6h 35m 5:35 AM Colchester East Hill House 12:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $52

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Colchester to Birmingham. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Colchester and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 15 buses from Colchester to Birmingham, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Birmingham, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/28/2026 costs just $28, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Colchester to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Colchester to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus $28
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Bus 2:35 AM
Latest Bus 6:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 125.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Colchester to Birmingham

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Colchester for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$53
Saturday 07/25
$36
Sunday 07/26
$58
Monday 07/27
$53
Tuesday 07/28
$28
Wednesday 07/29
$50
Thursday 07/30
$28
Friday 07/31
$50
Saturday 08/01
$28
Sunday 08/02
$58
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
$51
Wednesday 08/05
$48
Thursday 08/06
$50
Friday 08/07
$33
Saturday 08/08
$31
Sunday 08/09
$52
Monday 08/10
$52
Tuesday 08/11
$28
Wednesday 08/12
$48
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $28, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Colchester to Birmingham. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $33.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Birmingham, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Birmingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Colchester to Birmingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Colchester to Birmingham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Colchester to Birmingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Birmingham

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Colchester and Birmingham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Birmingham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Colchester to Birmingham? Or which bus companies serve the route Colchester to Birmingham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Colchester to Birmingham bus

How much does a Colchester Birmingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 6h 50m to reach Birmingham. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Colchester to Birmingham?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $80. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Birmingham.

On average, how many connections are available from Colchester to Birmingham each day?

Every day, the Colchester to Birmingham bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Colchester to Birmingham take?

The fastest bus from Colchester to Birmingham is offered by National Express and takes 4h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $44. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Birmingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham from Colchester starts at 2:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Colchester to Birmingham?

The latest bus trip departing from Colchester for Birmingham starts at 6:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Colchester Birmingham route?

When traveling by bus from Colchester to Birmingham, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester and Birmingham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Colchester to Birmingham bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Colchester Birmingham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Colchester Birmingham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Colchester to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Colchester to Birmingham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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