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Colchester to Gloucester Coach Timetable
Coach from Colchester to Gloucester: Journey Information
There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Colchester to Gloucester. Traveling by coach from Colchester to Gloucester usually takes around 8 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 134 mi (215 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 22m |
| Cheapest price | £30.73 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Colchester to Gloucester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Colchester to Gloucester. 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 | 12 | 8h 21m | £41.85 |
Book National Express from Colchester to Gloucester from £31. There are 12 National Express schedules from Colchester to Gloucester and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Gloucester. In Colchester, National Express departs to Gloucester from East Hill/High Street and no other station. In Gloucester, National Express arrives at Cheltenham Rd and 1 other station.
An average trip on National Express from Colchester to Gloucester takes 8 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Gloucester in 7 hours and 22 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Colchester to Gloucester
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 134 miles from Colchester to Gloucester. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 22 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.
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all coaches from Colchester to Gloucester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Gloucester
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Gloucester is a delightfully lively city in the heart of England. The city is surrounded by the rural and verdant Cotswolds but offers excitement as one of the area's bigger cities.
A visit to Gloucester must include stopping by the 11th century Gloucester Cathedral to marvel at the Romanesque architecture and even visit the tomb of King Edward II. Several museums dot the city's downtown, including the National Waterways Museum Gloucester and the Museum of Gloucester.
To breathe in the fresh air, head to the Robinswood Hill Country Park, Rococo Garden, and the Barnwood Arboretum. You can paddleboard or kayak at the Gloucester Docks or watch a game at the Gloucester Rugby sports grounds.
Gloucester is a stop along the Great Western Railway, which connects to the United Kingdom's rail network. National Express and Sindbad operate coach service to and from Gloucester for affordable travel from cities including London. International travelers can reach the city via the nearby Gloucestershire airport.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Colchester?
Main departure station: East Hill/High Street
Most coaches depart from the main station in Colchester.
All coach stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
Where does the coach arrive in Gloucester?
Main arrival station: Cheltenham Rd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Gloucester.
Coach stations in Gloucester:
Cheltenham Rd
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