🚌 Bus from Braintree to Colchester
3 direct routes · about 38 min · first bus 07:10, last bus 05:39 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X20 | First Essex | ~38 min | 41 | 07:10 | 05:39 | Bus Interchange (Stand 1) |
| 320 | First Essex | ~64 min | 2 | 06:40 | 07:13 | Bakers Lane (opp) |
| 520 | First Essex | ~66 min | 1 | 07:08 | 07:08 | Bakers Lane (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Braintree on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Braintree to Colchester?
3 routes run directly from Braintree to Colchester: the X20 (First Essex), the 320 (First Essex), the 520 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Braintree to Colchester?
Around 38 minutes on the X20, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Braintree to Colchester?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X20) leaves around 07:10 and the last around 05:39. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Braintree to Colchester?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.