Who Runs Colchester Buses?

Arriva Colchester (formerly Network Colchester) is a bus company operating services around Colchester. It is a subsidiary of Arriva.

Arriva Colchester.

How do you take the bus in Colchester?

The Colchester Borough Card allows unlimited bus travel in and around Colchester on First Essex, Arriva Colchester, Panther Travel, Ipswich Buses, Stephensons of Essex, and Hedingham Omnibuses. Tickets can be purchased via the First Bus App, Anglian Buses App or Arriva Bus App.

What is Colchester inner zone?

Places covered: Colchester town centre, Prettygate, Lexden, Shrub End, Stanway, Braiswick, Mile End, Severalls, Highwoods, St John’s, Greenstead, Hythe, University of Essex, Monkwick, West Bergholt.

What number bus goes from Southend to Chelmsford?

The 3 bus (Southend-On-Sea) has 90 stops departing from King Edward VI School, Chelmsford and ending in Travel Centre, Southend-On-Sea.

What time do buses start running in Southend on Sea?

06:45
24 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 06:45 and ends at 18:15. Normal operating days: weekdays. Choose any of the 24 bus stops below to find updated real-time timetables and to see their route map.

Can you pay cash on Colchester buses?

Tickets. Two ways to buy your tickets. Via the Arriva App. On the bus via cash or contactless.

Can you pay by card on Colchester buses?

If you’re currently paying by cash or with contactless payment, moving to Tap&Cap could save you money on your bus travel. We accept payments on VISA, Mastercard, Apple Pay (Now with Express Mode) and Google Pay.

What is the best part of Colchester to live?

The Best Places to Live in Colchester
Wivenhoe has become a popular place for those looking for more scenic areas and is increasingly popular with those who are looking to retire. Prices here do tend to be higher and at the top end of the Colchester average estimated values.

What percentage of Colchester is white?

Is it nice to live in Colchester?

Colchester is one of the most desirable places to live in the East of the UK, the city offers its residents the full package.

Where does c2c run?

c2c is the award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex.

How long is the train journey from Colchester to Chelmsford?

The average journey time from Colchester Town to Chelmsford by train is 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 34 minutes. You’ll usually find 26 trains per day travelling the 21 miles (34 km) between these two destinations.

Can I use my Oyster card to get to Chelmsford?

If you are travelling from within the Oyster area to a station outside it (e.g. Chelmsford or Harlow Town), you cannot use your Oyster or contactless payment card to make a pay as you go journey. There are no Oyster readers at stations outside the Oyster area, so there is nowhere for you to touch out.

Can dogs go on buses Southend?

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One dog is allowed on the bus at any one time at the discretion of the bus driver (other than guide dogs which can travel at any time). Other small pets can be taken on the bus if they are secured in a suitable cage or box and can be stowed safely in the luggage pen or sat on your lap.

What Bus goes along Southend seafront?

The X30 is the first Bus that goes to Southend-on-Sea Seafront in Southend-On-Sea.

Where is the number 1 Bus Southend?

The 1 bus (Southend-On-Sea) has 46 stops departing from Railway Station, Rayleigh and ending in Travel Centre, Southend-On-Sea. 1 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 05:47 and ends at 23:45. Normal operating days: everyday.

How do you pay for the bus in Essex?

We are now accepting Contactless Payments including Apple Pay and Google Pay on all our Essex services. You can buy single, FirstDay and FirstWeek tickets from the driver. If you’re a regular traveller you could save time and money with one of our multi-journey tickets which offer great value for money.

Can I use my phone to pay for bus ride?

For in store and public transport payments, Google Pay works on any Android™ devices with NFC capabilities, running Android Lollipop 5.0 or higher. You can make in app or online payments with Google Pay even if your device does not have NFC capabilities.

Can I use my bus pass on the Park and Ride Colchester?

Essex County Council also allows passes to be used on the three County Council operated Park and Ride schemes at Sandon and Chelmer Valley in Chelmsford and at the Colchester Park and Ride. These include the Broomfield Hospital shuttle bus service from the Chelmer Valley site.

Is Colchester on Oyster card?

You may buy an Oyster card at Heathrow for the journey from the airport to Liverpool Street station and for travel within London on your return from Colchester. The £5 deposit for the card is refundable when you hand in the card at a Tube ticket office at the end of your stay.

Can you still pay with cash on a bus in the UK?

You can pay on the bus with cash, contactless or a debit or credit card.