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Compare train and coach for Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 118 km
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4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea
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Trains from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £57 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Thameslink from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea trainsGreater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Bedford and Clacton-on-Sea from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Clacton-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Clacton-on-Sea
Most Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea trains use the Bedford to Clacton-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Clacton-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Clacton-on-Sea leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Clacton-on-Sea station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Clacton-on-Sea from Clacton-on-Sea city centre
Clacton-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Clacton-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clacton-on-Sea. ATMs are available at Clacton-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clacton-on-Sea. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clacton-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Accessible (Card Only) telephone available on concourse, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine located on station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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