Cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea
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Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea Bus Schedule
Bus from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea: Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea. Traveling by bus from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea usually takes around 6 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 138 mi (222 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $36.97 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 13 | 6h 59m | $36.97 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 138 miles from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cheltenham to Clacton-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: 3 Royal Well Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Cheltenham.
All bus stations in Cheltenham:
3 Royal Well Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Clacton-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station
All buses from Cheltenham arrive at one main station in Clacton-on-Sea.
All bus stations in Clacton-on-Sea:
Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station
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