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Colchester to Wakefield Bus Schedule
Bus from Colchester to Wakefield: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Colchester to Wakefield. Traveling by bus from Colchester to Wakefield usually takes around 10 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 159 mi (256 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $53.61 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Colchester to Wakefield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Colchester to Wakefield. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 10h 13m | $60.30 |
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 about traveling by bus from Colchester to Wakefield
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 159 miles from Colchester to Wakefield. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Colchester to Wakefield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Colchester to Wakefield. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Colchester to Wakefield; ticket prices start at $80.63.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Colchester?
Main departure station: East Hill/High Street
Most buses depart from the main station in Colchester.
All bus stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
Where does the bus arrive in Wakefield?
Main arrival station: Cathedral Retail Park Bus Stop
All buses from Colchester arrive at one main station in Wakefield.
All bus stations in Wakefield:
Cathedral Retail Park Bus Stop
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