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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea is to bus and line 76 bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Pier Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

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

The distance between Basingstoke and Clacton-on-Sea is 122 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

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

Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 6h 1m.

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

Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea.

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Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Seatrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
3h 23m
£53–109
Bus, line 76 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenuebus 76 / ...
6h 1m
£26–54
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Seacar 121.1 mi
2h 46m
£30–43

Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea by bus

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Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Clacton-on-Sea via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Pier Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 6h 1m.

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