🚌 Bus from Colchester to Wivenhoe
3 direct routes · about 64 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 22:45 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | First Essex | ~64 min | 73 | 06:00 | 22:45 | Highwoods Square (Stop 3) |
| 74 | Central Connect | ~30 min | 17 | 08:05 | 20:35 | Head Street (Stop Ea) |
| 74B | Central Connect | ~19 min | 4 | 20:10 | 23:10 | Stanwell Street (Stop Bb) |
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 Wivenhoe?
3 routes run directly from Colchester to Wivenhoe: the 51 (First Essex), the 74 (Central Connect), the 74B (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Colchester to Wivenhoe?
Around 64 minutes on the 51, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Colchester to Wivenhoe?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 51) leaves around 06:00 and the last around 22:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Colchester to Wivenhoe?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.