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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £410.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Pier Avenue via Finchley Road Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

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

The distance between Chester and Clacton-on-Sea is 252 miles. The road distance is 232.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Chester to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

Chester to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 42m.

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

Chester to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

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

Chester to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Clacton-on-Sea is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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Chester to Clacton-on-Sea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
4h 19m
£70–407
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centre
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
9h 42m
£41–79
Drive 231 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea231 mi
4h 21m
£58–83
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Sea
6h 12m
£95–317
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
9h 27m
£51–121
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
6h 54m
£70–154
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 33m
£80–210
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 46m
£95–284
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 4m
£110–361

Chester to Clacton-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

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4h 19mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.3 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Clacton-on-Sea via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Pier Avenue via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 9h 42m.

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