🚌 Bus from Old Heath to Colchester City Centre
2 direct routes · about 14 min · first bus 05:19, last bus 22:33 (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 | ~14 min | 78 | 05:19 | 22:33 | Grange Way (adj) |
| 53 | First Essex | ~12 min | 32 | 06:13 | 22:27 | Old Heath Post Office (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Old Heath 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 Old Heath to Colchester City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Old Heath to Colchester City Centre: the 51 (First Essex), the 53 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Old Heath to Colchester City Centre?
Around 14 minutes on the 51, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Old Heath to Colchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 51) leaves around 05:19 and the last around 22:33. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Old Heath to Colchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.