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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £20 - £30.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Pier Avenue via Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

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

The distance between Luton and Clacton-on-Sea is 102 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

Luton to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus via Braintree, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 6m.

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

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

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

Luton to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Clacton-on-Sea is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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Luton to Clacton-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
2h 48m
£30–100
Bus, line 76 bus via Braintree
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Station737
2. Take the bus from Head Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
5h 6m
£21–42
Drive 82.4 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea82.4 mi
1h 51m
£21–30
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Station737
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
5h 7m
£30–62

Luton to Clacton-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Clacton-on-Sea via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Pier Avenue via Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Head Street in around 5h 6m.

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