3
Clacton – Harwich
via Little Clacton, Little Oakley
Central Connect First 05:30 Last 22:06Every day
Route 3 runs between Clacton and Harwich via Little Clacton, Little Oakley. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.
Quick departures
Live departures from key stops on this route
| Stop | Towards Railway Station | Towards Pier Avenue |
|---|---|---|
| Pier Avenue | No more today | 321:5822:58and more |
| Grove Road | No more today | 321:4022:40and more |
| Seaview Avenue | 321:46and more | 322:20and more |
| Railway Station | 322:02and more | 322:06and more |
Route stops
All stops on the route towards Railway Station
StopApprox. time
Frequently asked questions about the 3
- What time is the first and last 3 bus?
- The first 3 of the day departs at 05:30 and the last one departs at 22:06. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
- Does the 3 bus run at weekends?
- Yes. The 3 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
- How long does the 3 bus take?
- A full end-to-end journey on the 3 takes about 56 minutes between Clacton and Harwich, running via Little Clacton and Little Oakley. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
- Who operates the 3 bus?
- The 3 is operated by Central Connect. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.
Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.