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Compare all timetables for the bus from Colchester to Cambridge

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colchester to Cambridge from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$23
Saturday
$19
Sunday
$32
Monday
Tuesday
$23
Wednesday
$23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 3:30 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 5:25 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 8:00 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 8:40 AM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 30m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 3:25 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $19
National Express 2h 55m 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 7:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $19
National Express 2h 55m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $19
National Express 2h 45m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 4:55 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
National Express 2h 45m 8:50 AM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $35

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 30m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 3:25 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
National Express 2h 45m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 4:55 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
National Express 2h 55m 4:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 7:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
National Express 2h 55m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
National Express 2h 45m 8:50 AM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Cambridge via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 45m
      0
      6:40 PM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      7:35 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • National Express
      0h 35m
      0
      8:50 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 3:30 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 5:25 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 8:00 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 8:40 AM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Cambridge via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 10m
      0
      5:35 AM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      6:25 AM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      9:00 AM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      9:45 AM
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 11:55 AM Colchester East Hill House 3:30 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 2:10 PM Colchester East Hill House 5:25 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 3h 15m 4:45 PM Colchester East Hill House 8:00 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 6:40 PM Colchester East Hill House 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $23
National Express 2h 55m 8:40 AM Colchester East Hill House 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Cambridge via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 45m
      0
      6:40 PM
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      7:35 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • National Express
      0h 35m
      0
      8:50 PM
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Colchester to Cambridge. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Colchester and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Colchester to Cambridge, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Cambridge, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/25/2026 costs just $19, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Colchester to Cambridge

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Colchester to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Cambridge starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Bus 8:40 AM
Latest Bus 6:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 39.8 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Colchester to Cambridge

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Colchester for Cambridge: 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
$23
Saturday 07/25
$19
Sunday 07/26
$32
Monday 07/27
Tuesday 07/28
$23
Wednesday 07/29
$23
Thursday 07/30
$19
Friday 07/31
$23
Saturday 08/01
$19
Sunday 08/02
$32
Monday 08/03
$23
Tuesday 08/04
$23
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$19
Friday 08/07
$23
Saturday 08/08
Sunday 08/09
$23
Monday 08/10
$23
Tuesday 08/11
$23
Wednesday 08/12
$23
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Colchester to Cambridge. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Cambridge, with $19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $19.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Cambridge

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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Cambridge

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Cambridge

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Cambridge bus

How much does a Colchester Cambridge bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 3h 30m to reach Cambridge. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $41. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cambridge.

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

Every day, the Colchester to Cambridge bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Colchester to Cambridge is offered by National Express and takes 2h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Cambridge?

The earliest bus arriving in Cambridge from Colchester starts at 8:40 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 Cambridge?

The latest bus trip departing from Colchester for Cambridge 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 Cambridge route?

When traveling by bus from Colchester to Cambridge, 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 Cambridge?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester and Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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