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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
8 h 3 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Fast trains
To travel from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:568h03
Brighton06:59Clacton-on-Sea
£771One-way
2 changes
22:568h03
Brighton06:59Clacton-on-Sea
£771One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£78 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:44 Brighton | 3h00 | 15:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £30 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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:05 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 57m
Cheapest Price
£80
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £78.
A day trip from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea is not feasible because the journey takes 3h 0m. Trains run 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The train distance from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea is 140 km.
To fully experience Clacton-on-Sea, including its beaches, pier, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The last train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 22:05.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.
The train journey from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the South Downs and along parts of the Essex coastline, providing a mix of rolling hills and coastal landscapes.
Booking trains from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
The first train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 4:12.
Trains from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.
To get from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea
Brighton
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Clacton-on-Sea is Clacton-on-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Clacton-on-Sea for your journey to Clacton-on-Sea from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:00 Saturday 05:15 - 18:00 Sunday 07:15 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including the accessible toilets are located on the concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. They are only available during the opening hours of the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Clacton-on-Sea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement transport stops in lay-by, at the front of the station.
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