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Canterbury to Colchester Bus Schedule
Bus from Canterbury to Colchester: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Canterbury to Colchester. Traveling by bus from Canterbury to Colchester usually takes around 7 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 43 mi (70 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $68.48 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Canterbury to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Canterbury to Colchester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 6 | 7h 37m | $73.51 |
Book National Express from Canterbury to Colchester from $68. There are 6 trips per day offered by National Express from Canterbury to Colchester and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Colchester. In Canterbury, National Express departs to Colchester from Canterburry Bus Station . In Colchester, National Express arrives at East Hill/High Street .
An average trip on National Express from Canterbury to Colchester takes 7 hours and 37 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Colchester in 7 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Colchester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canterbury to Colchester
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Canterbury to Colchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 5 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 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canterbury to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express bus.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Canterbury?
Main departure station: Canterburry Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Canterbury.
All bus stations in Canterbury:
Canterburry Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: East Hill/High Street
All buses from Canterbury arrive at one main station in Colchester.
All bus stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
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