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Overview: Train from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea
Take a train from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea and enjoy the approximately 67 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:47.
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 67 km |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:47 |
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
FAQs: Grays to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grays 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 train distance from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea is 67 km.
The first train from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 22:47.
Trains from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 4 times per day.
To travel from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea.
The train station in Grays that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Grays station (GRY), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
Booking trains from Grays 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 Grays to Clacton-on-Sea offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Essex countryside, with its fields and small towns, making parts of the journey quite picturesque, especially as the train approaches the coastal areas near Clacton-on-Sea.
To fully experience Clacton-on-Sea, including its beaches, pier, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea.
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Important Stations and Airports in Grays and Clacton-on-Sea
Grays
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Grays is Grays. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grays for your trip from Grays to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:15 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newspaper kiosk in booking hall on platform 1
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes, located on Crown Road adjacent to exit from platforms 2/3
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available from Station Approach to platform 1 and Crown Road to platforms 2/3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At entrance to station car park and on Crown Road near to bus stops
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Grays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Exit the station via platforms 2/3 and turn left onto Crown Road: - If travelling towards Rainham/Upminster/London, use bus bay 1 - If travelling towards Tilbury/Southend, use bus bay 8
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 Grays.
Amenities at train station
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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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