🚌 Bus from West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre
4 direct routes · about 22 min · first bus 06:45, last bus 21:40 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | First Essex | ~22 min | 27 | 06:45 | 21:40 | The Queens Head (opp) |
| 44 | Central Connect | ~18 min | 24 | 07:17 | 19:20 | Treble Tile (Opp) |
| 53A | First Essex | ~17 min | 2 | 21:15 | 22:15 | The Queens Head (opp) |
| 44A | Central Connect | ~21 min | 1 | 07:47 | 07:47 | Treble Tile (Opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in West Bergholt 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 West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre?
4 routes run directly from West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre: the 53 (First Essex), the 44 (Central Connect), the 53A (First Essex), the 44A (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre?
Around 22 minutes on the 53, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 53) leaves around 06:45 and the last around 21:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from West Bergholt to Colchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.