🚌 Bus from Clacton to Colchester
3 direct routes · about 44 min · first bus 06:20, last bus 21:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | Central Connect | ~44 min | 25 | 06:20 | 21:45 | Pier Avenue (Stand D) |
| 74 | Central Connect | ~44 min | 18 | 06:53 | 19:26 | Pier Avenue (Stand D) |
| 74B | Central Connect | ~36 min | 4 | 19:15 | 22:15 | Pier Avenue (Stand D) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Clacton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Clacton to Colchester?
3 routes run directly from Clacton to Colchester: the 76 (Central Connect), the 74 (Central Connect), the 74B (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Clacton to Colchester?
Around 44 minutes on the 76, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Clacton to Colchester?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 76) leaves around 06:20 and the last around 21:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Clacton to Colchester?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.