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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Colchester to Braintree. Traveling by coach from Colchester to Braintree usually takes around 15 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 15 mi (23 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £8.66 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Colchester to Braintree?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Colchester to Braintree. 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 | 4 | 0h 15m | £8.66 |
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 coach takes an average of 15 minutes to cover the 15 miles from Colchester to Braintree. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Colchester to Braintree, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Colchester to Braintree every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Colchester to Braintree without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Colchester to Braintree; ticket prices start at £6.78.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Colchester?
Main departure station: Railway Station Bus Stop
Most coaches depart from the main station in Colchester.
All coach stations in Colchester:
Railway Station Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Braintree?
Main arrival station: Coggeshall Rd
All coaches from Colchester arrive at one main station in Braintree.
Coach stations in Braintree:
Coggeshall Rd
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