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Compare train and coach for Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 15 km
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Overview: Train from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe
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Trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 17m.
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 £4
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 00:27 |
Last train 23:43 |
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 £4
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Clacton-on-Sea and Wivenhoe from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
£10
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
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FAQs: Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe 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 Wivenhoe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Wivenhoe can be comfortably enjoyed over a weekend, allowing time to explore its charming waterfront, local shops, and historic sites.
The train distance from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe is 15 km.
The train journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe offers views of the Essex countryside, with fields and small towns along the way, providing a pleasant, though not particularly dramatic, scenic experience.
The train journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe covers a distance of 15 km and takes approximately 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe leaves at 0:27.
Yes, there is a direct train between Clacton-on-Sea and Wivenhoe. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia.
Booking trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe departs at 23:43.
The cost of a train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £12.
Trains from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe.
The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe is by coach, costing approximately £4.
The train station in Clacton-on-Sea that goes to Wivenhoe is Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT), and it arrives at Wivenhoe station (WIV).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe.
Yes, you can take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe.
Yes, a day trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Wivenhoe is feasible with a journey time of 17m and a distance of 15 km. The frequency is 3 times per day for trains.
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Important Stations and Airports in Clacton-on-Sea and Wivenhoe
Clacton-on-Sea
Wivenhoe
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 Wivenhoe.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Wivenhoe is Wivenhoe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wivenhoe for your journey to Wivenhoe from Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
DiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:30 Sunday 09:15 - 16:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Photobooth available in Booking Hall on platform 1. Bookshelf in Booking Hall for books to borrow.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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 ticket machines note: Located on Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: toilets available when the ticket office is open in the ticket hall
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 20 cycle spaces on station forecourt plus 20 in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wivenhoe
- Onward travel information: First Essex buses stop at the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
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