Bus from Old Heath to Highwoods (Colchester)
1 direct route · about 40 min · first bus 05:20, last bus 22:05 (weekdays).
Next buses to Highwoods (Colchester) as of 08:26
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Old Heath, 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 | ~40 min | 46 | Sat 43 · Sun 28 | 05:20 | 22:05 | Old Heath Post Office (opp) | Highwoods Approach (W-bound) | — |
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.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 51 bus timetable.
Fares from Old Heath to Highwoods
- £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 Old Heath to Highwoods?
The 51 (First Essex) runs directly from Old Heath to Highwoods. Board at Old Heath Post Office (opp) and get off at Highwoods Approach (W-bound); the journey takes about 40 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Old Heath to Highwoods?
Around 40 minutes on the 51, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Old Heath to Highwoods?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:20 and the last around 22:05. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Old Heath to Highwoods?
An adult single from Old Heath to Highwoods is £2.50 on the 51 (First Essex), from Old Heath Post Office (opp) to Highwoods Approach (W-bound). 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.