What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Clacton Pier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Town station station and arriving at Pier Avenue. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Clacton Pier?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

The distance between Colchester and Clacton Pier is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Clacton Pier without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

The train from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Clacton Pier bus from?

Colchester to Clacton Pier bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Town station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Clacton Pier train from?

Colchester to Clacton Pier train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

The best way to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Colchester to Clacton Pier bus arrive?

Colchester to Clacton Pier bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Pier Avenue station.

Where does the Colchester to Clacton Pier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Clacton Pier is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Colchester to Clacton Pier.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Clacton Pier?

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Where can I stay near Clacton Pier?

There are 885+ hotels available in Clacton Pier.

Colchester to Clacton Pier - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Clacton-on-Seatrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
39 min
£8–14
Line 76 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town station to Pier Avenuebus 76 / ...
1h 4m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Clacton Piertaxi 15.6 mi
22 min
£35–45
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Clacton Piercar 15.6 mi
22 min
£4–6

Colchester to Clacton Pier by train and foot

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39 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Clacton Pier.

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Clacton Pier, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Hedingham & Chambers operates a bus from Town station to Pier Avenue every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h.

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