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51

Highwoods – Wivenhoe

via Colchester, Old Heath

First Essex First 04:58 Last 23:36Every day

Route 51 runs between Highwoods and Wivenhoe via Colchester, Old Heath. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Highwoods TescoTowards Wivenhoe Rail Stn
Railway Station5116:0716:3216:57and more5115:4815:5016:10and more
Grange Way5116:0716:3216:57and more5115:4815:5016:10and more
Wryneck Close5116:0716:3216:57and more5115:4815:5016:10and more
Highwoods Square5116:0716:3216:57and more5115:4815:5016:10and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Highwoods Tesco

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Railway Station · Wivenhoe05:58
  2. 2Station Road · Wivenhoe05:58
  3. 3Queens Road · Wivenhoe05:58
  4. 4Co-op · Wivenhoe05:58
  5. 5Rosabelle Avenue · Wivenhoe05:58
  6. 6Wivenhoe Cross · Wivenhoe05:58
  7. 7The Flag · Wivenhoe05:58
  8. 8South Courts · University of Essex05:58

Frequently asked questions about the 51

What time is the first and last 51 bus?
The first 51 of the day departs at 04:58 and the last one departs at 23:36. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the 51 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The 51 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
Where does the 51 bus go?
The 51 runs between Highwoods and Wivenhoe, via Colchester and Old Heath. The full list of stops in each direction is shown above.
Who operates the 51 bus?
The 51 is operated by First Essex. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.