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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Clacton-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Clacton-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Clacton-on-Sea every day 2 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 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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 London to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. 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 £16, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 94 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£36 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m 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
London to Clacton-on-Sea bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Clacton-on-Sea coaches for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 London | 3h15 | 00:15 Clacton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Clacton-on-Sea
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Buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:14, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 01:14 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to Clacton-on-SeaYou can travel by bus between London to Clacton-on-Sea with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea
Passengers taking buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea have the choice of two daily services operated by National Express. The first is a slow service leaving London at 12:55 p.m. that requires two coach changes, one at Stansted Airport and another at Ipswich. The total travel time for this journey is 6 hours and 20 minutes. The second service, which is direct, leaves at 6:00 p.m. and takes 3 hours and 45 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea?
Departure Station: Buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea depart from Victoria Coach Station in London. Passengers can reach the station in a variety of ways. Bus routes stop in front of the coach station and Victoria Train Station and Underground which is on the Victoria, District and Circle lines are a 5-minute walk away.
Arrival Station: Buses from London to Clacton-on-Sea arrive at Clacton-on-Sea Railway Station. It is located on Skelmersdale Road which is 500 metres from the city centre. From here, passengers can continue their journeys on local buses operated by First Essex and Eastern National.
FAQs: London to Clacton-on-Sea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Clacton-on-Sea 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 Clacton-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Clacton-on-Sea
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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