How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Colchester cost?

The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Colchester starts at $17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Colchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Colchester?

The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Colchester is around , although the fastest bus will take about 45m.This is the time it takes to travel the 49 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Colchester?

The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Colchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Colchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Colchester?

When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, BlaBlaCar.

Bus London Stansted Airport to Colchester from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	2:40pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	7:05pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	1:45pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	2:40pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	4:40pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	4:40pm	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	9:35am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h	9:45am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Colchester on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	45m	1:15am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	5:50am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	50m	9:35am	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from London Stansted Airport 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 $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

50mAverage Duration

45 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $51	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in London Stansted Airport and Colchester?

Stops in Stansted

A
Stansted London Airport (STN)
Terminal Rd N, Bishop's Stortford CM22 6PL, UK

Stops in Colchester

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

Official partners

National Express

4/529,723 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.

January 31, 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.

September 15, 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.

September 8, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Colchester by bus

How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Colchester cost?
The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Colchester starts at $17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Colchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Colchester?
The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Colchester is around , although the fastest bus will take about 45m.This is the time it takes to travel the 49 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Colchester?
The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Colchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Colchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Colchester?
When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, BlaBlaCar.