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Coventry to Colchester Coach Timetable
Coach from Coventry to Colchester: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Coventry to Colchester. Traveling by coach from Coventry to Colchester usually takes around 6 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (174 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £38.04 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Coventry to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Coventry to Colchester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 6h 24m | £47.84 |
Book National Express from Coventry to Colchester from £38. There are 8 National Express schedules from Coventry to Colchester and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Colchester. In Coventry, National Express departs to Colchester from Coventry CWG Ticket Holders and no other station. In Colchester, National Express arrives at East Hill/High Street and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Coventry to Colchester takes 6 hours and 24 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Colchester in 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Colchester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Coventry to Colchester
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 108 miles from Coventry to Colchester. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Coventry to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Coventry?
Main departure station: Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
Most coaches depart from the main station in Coventry.
All coach stations in Coventry:
Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
Where does the coach arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: East Hill/High Street
All coaches from Coventry arrive at one main station in Colchester.
Coach stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
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