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Boston to Colchester Bus Schedule
Bus from Boston to Colchester: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Boston to Colchester. Traveling by bus from Boston to Colchester usually takes around 10 hours, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (136 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $32.25 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Boston to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Boston 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 | 5 | 10h 15m | $36.73 |
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 Boston to Colchester
The bus takes an average of 10 hours to cover the 84 miles from Boston to Colchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 22 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Boston?
Main departure station: Central Coach Station
Boston has two bus stations with service to Colchester.
All bus stations in Boston:
Central Coach Station
5 High St
Where does the bus arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: 12 Stanwell St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Colchester.
All bus stations in Colchester:
12 Stanwell St
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