The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford 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 Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilford 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 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
15:061h38Ilford16:44Clacton-on-Sea£351One-way0 changes
15:061h38Ilford16:44Clacton-on-Sea£351One-way0 changes
Live departures
Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66942+ C38164 | Delayed 9:41 10:10Ilford station (IFD) | 1h34 | 11:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1 change | |
C04650+ C37859 | Delayed 10:41 11:05Ilford station (IFD) | 1h39 | 12:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1 change | |
C04650+ C37352 | Delayed 10:25 11:06Ilford station (IFD) | 1h38 | 12:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1 change | |
C37934+ P66950 | On time 11:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1h46 | 13:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea
Trains from Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea trainsGreater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Ilford and Clacton-on-Sea from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Clacton-on-Sea
Most Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea trains use the Ilford to Clacton-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Clacton-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ilford station do trains to Clacton-on-Sea leave from?
Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre
Ilford train station facilities and services
Ilford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ilford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Seven Kings from Ilford city centre
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Seven Kings train station facilities and services
Seven Kings has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seven Kings.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Seven Kings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seven Kings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seven Kings: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seven Kings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seven Kings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Goodmayes from Ilford city centre
Goodmayes is 2 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Goodmayes train station facilities and services
Goodmayes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Goodmayes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Goodmayes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goodmayes. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goodmayes: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goodmayes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goodmayes: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Clacton-on-Sea station do trains from Ilford arrive at?
Getting to Clacton-on-Sea from Clacton-on-Sea city centre
Clacton-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Clacton-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clacton-on-Sea. ATMs are available at Clacton-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clacton-on-Sea. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clacton-on-Sea: 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.
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