Clacton-on-Sea travel guide

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With a population of 54,674, Clacton-on-Sea is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Clacton-on-Sea deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Clacton-on-Sea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Rock Restaurant (2 Marine Parade West) and My Big Fat Greek Taverna (The Royal Clacton 1 Marine Parade East) are great picks.

When to visit Clacton-on-Sea

Clacton-on-Sea in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clacton-on-Sea in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Clacton-on-Sea in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Clacton-on-Sea, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Clacton-on-Sea

Plane

Although Clacton-on-Sea doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cambridge (CBG), which is located 51 miles from Clacton-on-Sea. The shortest domestic flight to Clacton-on-Sea departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Clacton-on-Sea, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Oxford takes 0h 52m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about £31 for a 1h 06m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Clacton-on-Sea Thorpe-le-Soken is the busiest station in Clacton-on-Sea. Another popular train station is Clacton-on-Sea Weeley, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Clacton-on-Sea is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 58 miles from Clacton-on-Sea. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clacton-on-Sea, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Clacton-on-Sea takes 95 miles and will cost you around £6. From Cambridge, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

Although Clacton-on-Sea doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cambridge (CBG), which is located 51 miles from Clacton-on-Sea. The shortest domestic flight to Clacton-on-Sea departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Clacton-on-Sea, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Oxford takes 0h 52m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about £31 for a 1h 06m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Clacton-on-Sea Thorpe-le-Soken is the busiest station in Clacton-on-Sea. Another popular train station is Clacton-on-Sea Weeley, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Clacton-on-Sea is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 58 miles from Clacton-on-Sea. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clacton-on-Sea, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Clacton-on-Sea takes 95 miles and will cost you around £6. From Cambridge, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Clacton-on-Sea

Airlines serving Clacton-on-Sea

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clacton-on-Sea

Average rates range from around £85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £123 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clacton-on-Sea

Most booked hotels in Clacton-on-Sea

Frinton Escapes
0 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£119+
Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£58+
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£177+
Kingscliff Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£74+
Esplanade Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£61+
Travelodge Clacton-on-Sea Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£42+

Hiring a car in Clacton-on-Sea

Hiring a car in Clacton-on-Sea costs £43 per day, on average, or £87 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Clacton-on-Sea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.80 and £23.73. The most frequently booked car type in Clacton-on-Sea is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Clacton-on-Sea costs £43 per day, on average, or £87 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Clacton-on-Sea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.80 and £23.73. The most frequently booked car type in Clacton-on-Sea is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.