Bus from Highwoods (Colchester) to Old Heath
1 direct route · about 39 min · first bus 06:01, last bus 22:46 (weekdays).
Next buses to Old Heath as of 09:27
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Highwoods, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | First Essex | ~39 min | 45 | Sat 41 · Sun 28 | 06:01 | 22:46 | Highwoods Approach (E-bound) | Old Heath Post Office (o/s) | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in Highwoods on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 51 bus timetable.
Fares from Highwoods to Old Heath
- £2.50 adult single on the 51 (First Essex)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Highwoods to Old Heath?
The 51 (First Essex) runs directly from Highwoods to Old Heath. Board at Highwoods Approach (E-bound) and get off at Old Heath Post Office (o/s); the journey takes about 39 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Highwoods to Old Heath?
Around 39 minutes on the 51, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Highwoods to Old Heath?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:01 and the last around 22:46. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Highwoods to Old Heath?
An adult single from Highwoods to Old Heath is £2.50 on the 51 (First Essex), from Highwoods Approach (E-bound) to Old Heath Post Office (o/s). Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.