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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity coaches per day from Colchester to Skegness. Traveling by coach from Colchester to Skegness usually takes around 11 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 90 mi (144 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £25.94 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Colchester to Skegness?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Colchester to Skegness. 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 | 15 | 10h 35m | £25.94 |
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 11 hours to cover the 90 miles from Colchester to Skegness. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 13 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.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Skegness, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Colchester to Skegness, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Colchester?
Main departure station: 12 Stanwell St
Colchester has two coach stations with service to Skegness.
All coach stations in Colchester:
12 Stanwell St
Railway Station Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Skegness?
Main arrival station: High St
All coaches from Colchester arrive at one main station in Skegness.
Coach stations in Skegness:
High St
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