3
3 Bus Times – Clacton ↔ Harwich
12:55
51 minRailway Station 13:5114:55
171 minRailway Station 15:5517:08
304 minRailway Station 18:0418:08
364 minRailway Station 19:0119:08
424 minRailway Station 20:0120:08
484 minRailway Station 21:01SATURDAY · 10 services07:15 — 21:08
The 3 bus runs between Clacton and Harwich, operated by Transport Made Simple. This route has 60 stops.
Number 3 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£1.20
Return
£2.00
Passes through:
ClactonBockings ElmLittle ClactonThorpe-le-SokenBeaumontGreat OakleyLittle OakleyUpper DovercourtDovercourtHarwich
Where does the 3 bus stop?
The 3 serves 60 stops passing through Clacton, Bockings Elm, Little Clacton, Thorpe-le-Soken, Beaumont, Great Oakley, Little Oakley, Upper Dovercourt, Dovercourt and Harwich. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 3 run on weekends?
Yes, the 3 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 3?
Most Transport Made Simple services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Transport Made Simple for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 3 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 3. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Transport Made Simple to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: TMSB, GOEA, CHAM, HEDO, KCTB, SEFF, SIMO
Valid from 22 Feb 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 60 bus stops across 10 areas.