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.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Clacton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

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

The distance between Calais and Clacton-on-Sea is 302 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 train which takes 5h 49m and costs £75 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Clacton-on-Sea train from?

Calais to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

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

Clacton-on-Sea is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 2:50 PM in Calais and 1:50 PM in Clacton-on-Sea.

Where does the Calais to Clacton-on-Sea train arrive?

Calais to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea?

Book your Calais to Clacton-on-Sea train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

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

Calais to Clacton-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Clacton-on-Sea by train (Eurostar), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras IntlEil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea
5h 49m
£77–375
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
Bus, train
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 46m
£33–83
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 train and subway

79Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Clacton-on-Sea via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 49m.

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