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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 301 km
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4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff 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 01:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 09:18 Cardiff | 4h26 | 13:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea
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Trains from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 301 km distance in 3h 54m.
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 £32
Distance 301 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:35 |
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 £32
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Clacton-on-Sea from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£36
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£166
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £52.
To fully experience Clacton-on-Sea, including its beaches, pier, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £32.
The train distance from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is 301 km.
The last train from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 19:35.
A day trip from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 54m. However, there are 5 train trips available per day. The distance is 301 km.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.
The train journey from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Welsh countryside as the train leaves Cardiff, moving through the green valleys and rolling hills. As the journey progresses towards Clacton-on-Sea, the landscape transitions into the flat, agricultural fields of the English Midlands and East Anglia, before reaching the seaside charm of Clacton-on-Sea.
Booking trains from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea covers a distance of 301 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
The first train from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 5:07.
Trains from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.
To get from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Clacton-on-Sea
Cardiff
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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 Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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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