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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 08
57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
57 m
Buses on Sep 08
19
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 19 buses from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea, including 19 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 57 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 57 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.
7:43 AM0h57Colchester8:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers- 8:13 AM0h57Colchester9:10 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 8:43 AM0h57Colchester9:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 9:13 AM0h57Colchester10:10 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 9:43 AM0h57Colchester10:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 7:43 AM0h57Colchester8:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM0h57Colchester9:10 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 8:43 AM0h57Colchester9:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 9:13 AM0h57Colchester10:10 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
- 9:43 AM0h57Colchester10:40 AMClacton-on-Sea€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 21 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Clacton-on-Sea take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
Live departures
Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 PM Colchester | 0h48 | 9:58 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:52 PM Colchester | 0h51 | 10:43 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 PM Colchester | 0h48 | 10:58 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:52 PM Colchester | 0h51 | 11:43 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 PM Colchester | 0h48 | 11:58 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:43 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 8:40 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:13 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 9:10 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:43 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 9:40 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:13 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 10:10 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:43 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 10:40 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:13 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 11:10 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:43 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 11:40 AM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:13 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 12:10 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:43 AM Colchester | 0h57 | 12:40 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:13 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 1:10 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:43 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 1:40 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:13 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 2:10 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:43 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 2:40 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:13 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 3:10 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:43 PM Colchester | 0h57 | 3:40 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:14 PM Colchester | 0h58 | 4:12 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:45 PM Colchester | 0h59 | 4:44 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 PM Colchester | 0h59 | 5:14 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Colchester | 0h59 | 5:44 PM Clacton-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:28, the last at 23:18. The fastest bus covers the 21 km distance in 48m.
Distance 21 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 48m |
First bus 12:28 AM |
Last bus 11:18 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: Hedingham & Chambers from Colchester to Clacton-on-SeaYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea with Hedingham & Chambers for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea by bus. 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 bus, 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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