What is the cheapest way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Benfleet and Clacton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Southwold Crescent and arriving at Pier Avenue via Bus Station, Bus Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

The distance between Benfleet and Clacton-on-Sea is 65 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

How do I travel from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea bus from?

Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus and line 76 bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea bus arrive?

Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

There are 911+ hotels available in Clacton-on-Sea.

Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 27m
£35–57
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea51.2 mi
57 min
£13–19
Line 300 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea51.2 mi
57 min
£100–130
Line 300 bus, bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
4h 39m

Benfleet to Clacton-on-Sea by bus and train

129Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.5 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Benfleet, England and Clacton-on-Sea, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Shenfield to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southwold Crescent to Pier Avenue via Bus Station, Bus Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 4h 39m.

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