What's the distance between Stansted and Colchester by coach?

The distance between Stansted and Colchester by coach is approximately 31 miles (49 km).

How can I get from Stansted to Colchester without driving?

The best way to go from Stansted to Colchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	12:10	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	11:15	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	12:10	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	13:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	14:40	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags
Bus	13:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	55m	14:40	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 23 November
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 24 November
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)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 25 November
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)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 26 November
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)	1h	09:45	Colchester East Hill/High Street, coach stop, Greyfriars Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Colchester on 27 November
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)	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.

7bus per day

50mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£9 - £28	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

4/529,723 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.

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

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stansted to Colchester

What's the distance between Stansted and Colchester by coach?
The distance between Stansted and Colchester by coach is approximately 31 miles (49 km).
How can I get from Stansted to Colchester without driving?
The best way to go from Stansted to Colchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£18

21/11

£19

Today

£18

23/11

£18

24/11

£8

25/11

£8

26/11

£8

27/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Stansted to Colchester was searched and found on 24 Nov 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 2025-11-24.