Bus from Highwoods (Colchester) to West Mersea
1 direct route · about 52 min · first bus 19:51, last bus 22:06 (weekdays).
Next buses to West Mersea as of 11:10
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | First Essex | ~52 min | 3 | Sat 3 · no Sunday buses | 19:51 | 22:06 | Highwoods Approach (E-bound) | Pyefleet House (o/s) | Abberton & Peldon |
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 68 bus timetable.
Fares from Highwoods to West Mersea
- £3.00 adult single on the 68 (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 West Mersea?
The 68 (First Essex) runs directly from Highwoods to West Mersea. Board at Highwoods Approach (E-bound) and get off at Pyefleet House (o/s); the journey takes about 52 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Highwoods to West Mersea?
Around 52 minutes on the 68, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Abberton, Peldon on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Highwoods to West Mersea?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 19:51 and the last around 22:06. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Highwoods to West Mersea?
An adult single from Highwoods to West Mersea is £3.00 on the 68 (First Essex), from Highwoods Approach (E-bound) to Pyefleet House (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.