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The cheapest and fastest trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

1 h 4 m

Trains per day

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Clacton-on-Sea for Chelmsford every day 4 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 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.

05:400h58

Clacton-on-Sea

06:38Chelmsford

£211One-way

0 changes

13:050h49

Clacton-on-Sea

13:54Chelmsford

£211One-way

0 changes

05:291h37

Clacton-on-Sea

07:06Chelmsford

£211One-way

0 changes

05:150h53

Clacton-on-Sea

06:08Chelmsford

£211One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford

United Kingdom

Trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

47 km

Average train duration

53m

Cheapest ticket price

£14

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

49m

First train

00:18

Last train

23:53

Price information

Train providers: Abellio Greater Anglia trains Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford

You can travel by train between Clacton-on-Sea and Chelmsford with Abellio Greater Anglia for as low as £19. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

Abellio Greater Anglia from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford train information:

Average Duration: 49 min
Cheapest Price: £19
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford train

FAQs: Travel by train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford.

Cheap train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford train travel time is 49 min for the 29 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford leaves at 23: 53.

Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford with Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Abellio Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Chelmsford from Clacton-on-Sea to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 53.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Clacton-on-Sea, which is located around 0.4 miles (689 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Chelmsford, located 0.1 miles (102 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Chelmsford from Clacton-on-Sea is worth doing with a journey time of 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Clacton-on-Sea and Chelmsford including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Clacton-on-Sea and Chelmsford

Clacton-on-Sea

Chelmsford

The major train station for departures 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 trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford.

Clacton-on-Sea Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Clacton-on-Sea station, Skelmersdale Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6PU

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

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