The cheapest and fastest coaches from Clacton-on-Sea to London
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
94 km
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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 buses that leave Clacton-on-Sea for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






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 £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 94 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£34 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:05 Clacton-on-Sea | 3h15 | 09:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Clacton-on-Sea | 3h50 | 20:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Clacton-on-Sea to London by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Clacton-on-Sea to London
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 £22 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:57 |
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 £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Clacton-on-Sea and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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