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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Swindon to Colchester. Traveling by bus from Swindon to Colchester usually takes around 5 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 55m |
| Cheapest price | €52.87 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Swindon to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swindon to Colchester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 5h 31m | €78.75 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 188 kilometers from Swindon to Colchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Swindon to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Swindon?
Main departure station: Sussex Square - Queen's Drive
Swindon has two bus stations with service to Colchester.
All bus stations in Swindon:
Sussex Square - Queen's Drive
New Bridge Close, Off Manchester Road
Where does the bus arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: East Hill/High Street
All buses from Swindon arrive at one main station in Colchester.
Bus stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
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