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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Stamford to Colchester. Traveling by bus from Stamford to Colchester usually takes around 11 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 78 mi (126 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 0m |
Cheapest price | $32.19 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Stamford to Colchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stamford 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 | 10h 45m | $33.92 |
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 bus takes an average of 11 hours to cover the 78 miles from Stamford to Colchester. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Stamford to Colchester for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Stamford to Colchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Stamford?
Main departure station: 14 Sheep Market
Most buses depart from the main station in Stamford.
All bus stations in Stamford:
14 Sheep Market
Where does the bus arrive in Colchester?
Main arrival station: 12 Stanwell St
All buses from Stamford arrive at one main station in Colchester.
All bus stations in Colchester:
12 Stanwell St
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