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Compare coach and train for Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 140 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea
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Trains from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea
Most Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea trains use the Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Clacton-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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 Brighton 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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