Cambridge, United Kingdom to Clacton-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

52.5 miles 84.5 km · straight line
81 miles actual route 130.3 km · driving distance
1h 36min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Clacton-on-Sea?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Clacton-on-Sea is 52.5 miles (84.5 km) as the crow flies. Clacton-on-Sea is located ESE of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 81 miles, taking about 1h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cambridge, United Kingdom and Clacton-on-Sea. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Clacton-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 36min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 55min $6–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 31min $10–$28* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Clacton-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m elevation
Clacton-on-Sea
51.79°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 474.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM