The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
5
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.
Of the 5 buses that leave Colchester for Clacton-on-Sea on Tue, Apr 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 21 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, Apr 21 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 bus and train 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 21 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea buses for tomorrow, Monday, April 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 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 |
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Compare prices and tickets Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Buses from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:28, the last at 23:18. The fastest bus covers the 21 km distance in 45m.
Distance 21 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:28 AM |
Last bus 11:18 PM |
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Bus providers: Stephensons of Essex, Hedingham & Chambers from Colchester to Clacton-on-SeaYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea with Stephensons of Essex, Hedingham & Chambers for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stephensons of Essex
Hedingham & Chambers
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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