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

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £18 - £27.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from London Eye and arriving at Pier Avenue via Coach Station, Railway Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea?

The distance between Charing Cross and Clacton-on-Sea is 72 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Eye station.

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

Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Liverpool Street station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £20 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea train arrive?

Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Clacton-on-Sea station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
2h 18m
£20–63
Drive 72.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea72.3 mi
1h 39m
£19–27
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
4h 52m
£26–46

Charing Cross to Clacton-on-Sea by subway and train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Clacton-on-Sea, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £18–60 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Eye to Pier Avenue via Coach Station, Railway Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 4h 52m.

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