The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chelmsford for Clacton-on-Sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:490h55Chelmsford18:44Clacton-on-Sea£141One-way0 changes
17:490h55Chelmsford18:44Clacton-on-Sea£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 48 km
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1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea
Trains from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 52m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Clacton-on-Sea from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and Clacton-on-Sea
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:00 Saturday 05:15 - 18:00 Sunday 07:15 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement transport stops in lay-by, at the front of the station.
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