Cheapest month
Up to 21%The cheapest time to travel is April (£14.99); the most expensive is December (£18.17).
Ashford, Kent to Colchester Bus
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- Lowest price from ≈ £24.26 €28.19
- Average duration 11h 16m
- Connections per day 2
- Distance 83 km
- CO₂ per person 7 kg
bus from Ashford, Kent to Colchester
The journey from Ashford, Kent to Colchester is about 83 km. On average a bus trip takes 11h 16m with 2 connections per day.
| Lowest price | ≈ £24.26 €28.19 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 11h 16m |
| Connections per day | 2 |
| Lowest price | ≈ £24.26 €28.19 |
| Highest price | ≈ £31.51 €36.62 |
| First departure | 08:30 AM |
| Last departure | 08:30 AM |
| Distance | 83 km |
| Departure | Ashford, Kent |
| Arrival | Colchester |
| Travel operator | national_express national_express |
Quick and easy travel from Ashford, Kent to Colchester with Virail
Virail helps thousands of travelers plan their journeys every year. How? It's easy. Just enter the dates on which you plan to travel from Ashford, Kent to Colchester. Our powerful engine will look at the data from thousands of travel providers, then show you all the available routes. You can choose to travel however you want. Decide on the type of transport you want to use, what time of day you'd like to set off and whether you'd like a direct journey or one with connections. When you've found your ideal route, Virail will redirect you to the web page of the provider. There, you can make your booking, then it's time to prepare for your trip.
How much does it cost to get from Ashford, Kent to Colchester by bus?
When you're traveling from Ashford, Kent to Colchester, you can expect to pay an average of approximately ≈ £27.89 (€32.41). You might be able to find prices as low as ≈ £24.26 (€28.19), but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest bus tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as bus ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper bus tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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On average, a bus ticket from Ashford, Kent to Colchester will cost you ≈ £27.89 (€32.41). If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest bus tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.
How long will it take me to travel from Ashford, Kent to Colchester by bus?
The average journey time is 11h 16m. This is how long it takes to cross the 83 km from Ashford, Kent to Colchester. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from Ashford, Kent to Colchester to take longer than 11h 16m. The journey from Ashford, Kent to Colchester covers a distance of 83 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 11h 16m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 11h 10m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Ashford, Kent to Colchester faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
When do the first and last departures from Ashford, Kent to Colchester leave?
The first daily departure from Ashford, Kent to Colchester leaves at 08:30 AM, while the last journey of the day sets out at 08:30 AM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Ashford, Kent and Colchester. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking. The first departure of the night from Ashford, Kent to Colchester leaves at 08:30 AM, while the last journey sets out at 08:30 AM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Ashford, Kent and Colchester. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.
How many journeys from Ashford, Kent to Colchester take place each day?
The exact number of journeys from Ashford, Kent to Colchester can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 2 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including . On particularly busy days, there can be up to departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Ashford, Kent to Colchester. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Ashford, Kent to Colchester varies, but in general, you can expect to find 0 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 2 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Ashford, Kent to Colchester. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.
When to book from Ashford, Kent to Colchester
These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.
What historical fares show
Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, April is typically the cheapest month to travel from Ashford, Kent to Colchester by bus, with medians around £14.99 versus about £18.17 in December (roughly a 21% swing).
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CO₂ emissions by mode
train 5.81kg
bus 6.23kg
flight 16.6kg
carpool 13.28kg
FAQ
A bus ticket from Ashford, Kent to Colchester costs ≈ £27.89 (€32.41). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ £24.26 (€28.19).
The cheapest ticket from Ashford, Kent to Colchester costs ≈ £24.26 (€28.19). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Ashford, Kent and Colchester are 83 km apart.
The journey from Ashford, Kent to Colchester takes about 11h 16m on average. The fastest option takes 11h 10m.
This route is served by 1 operators: national_express.
There are about 2 connections per day from Ashford, Kent to Colchester.
The first bus from Ashford, Kent to Colchester leaves at 08:30 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Ashford, Kent to Colchester leaves at 08:30 AM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs ≈ £24.26 (€28.19) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Ashford, Kent to Colchester.
The shortest bus journey between Ashford, Kent and Colchester takes 11h 10m.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Ashford, Kent and Colchester.
The bus journey from Ashford, Kent to Colchester generates 7 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, April is typically the cheapest month, with medians around £14.99, while December is among the most expensive (about £18.17).