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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £19 - £29.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Hogarth Crescent and arriving at Pier Avenue via London Eye, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

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

The distance between Croydon and Clacton-on-Sea is 84 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £20 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Hogarth Crescent station.

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

Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £20 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

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

Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

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Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 76 bus

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

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1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 25m
£20–77
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Waterloo Station / Tenison WayN68
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus InterchangeX20
4. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Osborne StreetX20 / ...
5. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
5h 41m
Drive 79.1 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea79.1 mi
1h 54m
£20–29

Croydon to Clacton-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 25mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £12–60 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hogarth Crescent to Pier Avenue via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, London Eye, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 5h 41m.

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