74
74 Bus Times – Clacton ↔ Colchester City Centre
12:22
54 minHead Street 13:2713:22
114 minHead Street 14:2714:22
174 minHead Street 15:2715:22
234 minHead Street 16:2716:22
294 minHead Street 17:2917:22
354 minHead Street 18:27SATURDAY · 12 services06:53 — 18:23
The 74 bus runs between Clacton and Colchester City Centre, operated by Transport Made Simple. This route has 58 stops.
Number 74 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£1.20
Return
£2.00
Passes through:
ClactonBockings ElmSt OsythAingers GreenThorringtonAlresfordWivenhoeUniversity of EssexColchesterThe HytheColchester City Centre
Where does the 74 bus stop?
The 74 serves 58 stops passing through Clacton, Bockings Elm, St Osyth, Aingers Green, Thorrington, Alresford, Wivenhoe, University of Essex, Colchester, The Hythe and Colchester City Centre. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 74 run on weekends?
Yes, the 74 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 74?
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 74 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 74. 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 58 bus stops across 11 areas.