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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea is to bus and train via Calais which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £60 - £90.

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

The distance between Calais and Clacton-on-Sea is 169 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 38m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Calais and Clacton-on-Sea?

Clacton-on-Sea is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 4:15 PM in Calais and 3:15 PM in Clacton-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

There are 916+ hotels available in Clacton-on-Sea.

Calais to Clacton-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea by bus, train, car train, car, or car ferry

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
6h 38m
£33–83
Bus, train via Calais
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
9h 57m
£31–73
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonele shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Clacton-on-Sea
2h 53m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Clacton-on-Sea
3h 44m
£62–87

Calais to Clacton-on-Sea by bus and train

143Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea. However, you can take the bus to London Victoria, take the bus to Liverpool Street Station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Clacton-on-Sea. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea via Calais-Fréthun and Folkestone in around 2h 53m.

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