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Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 234 km
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Why should you book Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 4h 25m.
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 £36
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 20:05 |
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 £36
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Clacton-on-Sea from £36. 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
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£50
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 29m
Cheapest Price
£126
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train journey from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea covers a distance of 234 km and takes approximately 4h 25m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea is 234 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 20:05.
Trains from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
To get from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Cotswolds' rolling hills and the Essex countryside, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
A day trip from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 25m. However, there are 7 trains per day for this route.
To fully experience Clacton-on-Sea, including its beaches, pier, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Clacton-on-Sea
Gloucester
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gloucester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Gloucester.
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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