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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Wellingborough to Colchester. Traveling by coach from Wellingborough to Colchester usually takes around 12 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 73 mi (117 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 55m |
Cheapest price | £39.25 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Wellingborough to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wellingborough 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 |
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National Express | 3 | 12h 8m | £43.16 |
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 12 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 73 miles from Wellingborough to Colchester. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Wellingborough to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Wellingborough?
Main departure station: 24 Church St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Wellingborough.
All coach stations in Wellingborough:
24 Church St
Where does the coach arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: 12 Stanwell St
All coaches from Wellingborough arrive at one main station in Colchester.
Coach stations in Colchester:
12 Stanwell St
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