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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Pier Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

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

The distance between Cardiff and Clacton-on-Sea is 219 miles. The road distance is 225.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 8h 4m.

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

Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

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Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
4h 15m
£57–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
8h 4m
£49–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfield
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 11m
£53–141
Drive 224.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea224.5 mi
4h 16m
£57–81
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 36m
£84–197
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Sea
8h 2m
£228–618
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
8h 10m
£83–269

Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.1 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Clacton-on-Sea via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Pier Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 8h 4m.

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