🚌 Bus from Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre
4 direct routes · about 89 min · first bus 05:20, last bus 20:00 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 371 | First Essex | ~89 min | 37 | 05:20 | 20:00 | Osborne Street (Stop Ac) |
| 375 | First Essex | ~107 min | 15 | 05:45 | 20:00 | Osborne Street (Stop Af) |
| 71 | First Essex | ~75 min | 2 | 19:15 | 21:15 | Osborne Street (Stop Ac) |
| N08 | National Express | ~45 min | 1 | 12:40 | 12:40 | Coach Stop (W-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Colchester 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 Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre?
4 routes run directly from Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre: the 371 (First Essex), the 375 (First Essex), the 71 (First Essex), the N08 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre?
Around 89 minutes on the 371, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 371) leaves around 05:20 and the last around 20:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Colchester to Chelmsford City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.