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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Clacton-on-Sea to London
Showing times and prices for 29 May
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
94 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Fast coaches
To travel from Clacton-on-Sea to London you need to make at least one change.
NX717 · NXA88:404h10Colchester, East Hill / High Street12:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change- NX717 · NXA818:403h40Colchester, East Hill / High Street22:20London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA814:103h40Colchester, East Hill / High Street17:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA816:454h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street20:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA85:354h15Colchester, East Hill / High Street9:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA818:403h40Colchester, East Hill / High Street22:20London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA814:103h40Colchester, East Hill / High Street17:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA62:353h40Colchester, East Hill / High Street6:15London, Victoria Coach Station£411One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA811:553h55Colchester, East Hill / High Street15:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA816:454h05Colchester, East Hill / High Street20:50London, Victoria Coach Station£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Clacton-on-Sea to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clacton-on-Sea to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 94 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Clacton-on-Sea to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Clacton-on-Sea to London coaches for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX717 · NXA6 | Delayed 21:50 2:35Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 23:10 23:10London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 5:35Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h15 | 13:00 13:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 8:40Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h10 | 13:00 13:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 11:55Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h55 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 14:10Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 16:45Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h05 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | Delayed 21:50 18:40Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 29 May | |||||
| NX717 · NXA6 | On time 2:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 6:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 5:35 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h15 | 9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 8:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h10 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 11:55 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h55 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 14:10 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 16:45 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 4h05 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA8 | On time 18:40 Colchester, East Hill / High Street | 3h40 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Clacton-on-Sea to London coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Clacton-on-Sea to London.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to London.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Clacton-on-Sea to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Clacton-on-Sea to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Clacton-on-Sea to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 3h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:17 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13
Bus providers: National Express from Clacton-on-Sea to LondonYou can travel by bus between Clacton-on-Sea to London with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£23
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Clacton-on-Sea to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to London can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Clacton-on-Sea to London is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London is 3h 15m to travel the 94 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London leaves at 0:17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London leaves at 23:57.
There are 8 coaches a day from Clacton-on-Sea to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Clacton-on-Sea and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London from Clacton-on-Sea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Clacton-on-Sea and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Clacton-on-Sea to London with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Clacton-on-Sea and London
Clacton-on-Sea
London
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
BishopsgateWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
London, Victoria Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, York Road (London Eye)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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