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Chatham to Colchester Bus Schedule
Bus from Chatham to Colchester: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Chatham to Colchester. Traveling by bus from Chatham to Colchester usually takes around 4 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (63 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $25.43 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Chatham to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chatham 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 | 4 | 4h 49m | $30.34 |
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 Chatham to Colchester
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 39 miles from Chatham to Colchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 10 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Chatham to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Chatham?
Main departure station: Waterfront Bus Sta Stop D17
Most buses depart from the main station in Chatham.
All bus stations in Chatham:
Waterfront Bus Sta Stop D17
Where does the bus arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: East Hill/High Street
All buses from Chatham arrive at one main station in Colchester.
All bus stations in Colchester:
East Hill/High Street
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