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

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pier Avenue and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

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

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Chester is 252 miles. The road distance is 231.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester, including transfers.

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

Clacton-on-Sea to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

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

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 42m.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Chester is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 962+ hotels available in Chester.

Clacton-on-Sea to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool StreetClacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
5h 3m
£63–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Station717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road StationA6
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Chester Bus Interchange
9h 42m
£38–73
Drive 230.5 mi
1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester230.5 mi
4h 20m
£58–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
6h 22m
£95–324
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chester
9h 28m
£47–137
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)STN - LPL
7h 16m
£75–160
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)STN - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
7h 52m
£73–205
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
8h 5m
£267–562

Clacton-on-Sea to Chester by train and bus

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.5 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chester via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, Euston Station, and London Euston in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pier Avenue to Chester Bus Interchange via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 9h 42m.

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