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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea is to bus and line 76 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £21 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Pier Avenue via London Eye, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

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

The distance between Purley and Clacton-on-Sea is 87 miles. The road distance is 87.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Purley to Clacton-on-Sea bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Clacton-on-Sea is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Purley to Clacton-on-Sea.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Seatrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
2h 35m
£44–99
Bus, line 76 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenuebus 76 / ...
5h 50m
£17–32
Drive 86.6 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Clacton-on-Seacar 86.6 mi
1h 46m
£22–31

Purley to Clacton-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Pier Avenue via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, London Eye, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 5h 50m.

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