Buses to Chelmsford from Colchester

The journey to Chelmsford from Colchester takes just 55 minutes.

Buses operate daily with up to 45 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Colchester at 05:50.

First Essex schedule

First Essex operates between Colchester and Chelmsford 7 days per week.

Your questions answered

• Is there a daily bus service between Colchester and Chelmsford?

  Yes, buses operate daily from Colchester to Chelmsford, departing as early as 05:50.

• How long is the bus trip from Colchester to Chelmsford?

  The fastest bus to Chelmsford from Colchester takes 55 minutes. Check the trip duration when booking, as the slowest bus takes 42 minutes longer.

• How do I buy tickets for travel to Chelmsford from Colchester?

  It's not yet possible to buy tickets for this trip directly from ByBus but we're working on it!

• Which bus companies operate between Colchester and Chelmsford?

  First Essex run buses to Chelmsford from Colchester.

• What time is the earliest bus from Colchester to Chelmsford?

  The first bus to Chelmsford from Colchester leaves at 05:50. The journey takes about 1 hour.

• When is the last bus to Chelmsford from Colchester?

  The last bus leaves Colchester at 21:15, arriving into Chelmsford at 22:25. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.

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