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Clacton Museum
Local history museum covering Clacton’s growth as a resort, wartime stories and seaside life. A useful starting point for understanding the town.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£25
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
1 h 26 m
Trains on 15 Oct
22
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 London to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 22 trains from London to Clacton-on-Sea, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
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C04655
C04649
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C04658
C03890 · P67015
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C04655
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C04649Trains from London to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:33 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Clacton-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66912 | 6:02 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h36 | 7:38 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66918 | 7:16 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h28 | 8:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66929 | 8:16 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h28 | 9:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04649 | 9:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 10:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66942 | 10:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 11:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04652 | 11:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 12:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66950 | 12:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 13:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04655 | 13:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 14:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04658 | 14:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 15:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66964 | 15:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 16:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66980 | 16:14 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h30 | 17:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66984 | 16:42 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h33 | 18:15 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66988 | 17:17 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h27 | 18:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66990 | 17:40 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h31 | 19:11 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66993 | 18:16 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h29 | 19:45 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66997 | 18:42 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h29 | 20:11 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P67000 | 19:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 20:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P67004 | 20:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 21:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P67008 | 21:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 22:44 Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Clacton-on-Sea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Clacton-on-Sea trip today.
Local history museum covering Clacton’s growth as a resort, wartime stories and seaside life. A useful starting point for understanding the town.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted Martello tower at Jaywick. It combines exhibitions with the unusual experience of a historic coastal fort.
Historic wartime site by the Naze with exhibitions on coastal defence, radar and military history. Worth the short trip from Clacton for history fans.
Long sandy beach backed by the promenade, popular for traditional seaside walks, paddling and broad coastal views across the North Sea.
Landscaped seafront gardens beside the beach and promenade, ideal for relaxed walks, floral displays and easy access to the pier and town centre.
Quieter stretch of seafront east of the centre, known for beach huts, sea views and a more local atmosphere for walking and relaxing.
Fresh North Sea oysters from nearby Essex estuaries, prized for their clean, briny flavour and long local shellfish tradition.
Jellied eels are chopped eels set in savoury stock. They are an old East Anglian and Thames Estuary classic still recognised across Essex.
Hot smoked eel has a rich, oily flavour and reflects the long fishing and eel-curing heritage of the Essex coast and estuaries.
Casual harbourside-style seafood spot focused on fish, shellfish and simple British coastal dishes in an informal setting.
Popular seafront fish and chip shop known for freshly cooked classics and an easy-going traditional seaside atmosphere.
Well-known pub and dining venue offering British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a comfortable, traditional setting.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining is fairly priced, but summer stays and family attractions can raise costs; local buses are reasonable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tip cafés only for table service or exceptional service.
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Clacton-on-Sea -> Clacton Town Centre
London and Clacton-on-Sea are only 80 miles apart, so if you want to enjoy the fresh air of the north Essex coast, you can easily do so. Every day, trains depart once an hour from Liverpool Street, covering the distance in just over an hour. Services start early in the morning and run until just before midnight, allowing you to schedule your trip whenever makes the most sense for you.
Train services from London to Clacton-on-Sea are operated exclusively by Abellio Greater Anglia.
The train journey from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea station takes 1 hour 26 minutes in the vast majority of cases and no changes are needed.
Trains from London to Clacton-on-Sea begin as early as 5:23 am, and run at least once an hour until the final service departs at 11:18 pm.
Abellio's services to Clacton-on-Sea offer wi-fi, spaces for bikes and first class areas. Mums to be can also upgrade for free from Standard to First-Class if they hold an Abellio Photocard.
Departure Station: Trains between London and Clacton-on-Sea leave from London Liverpool Street, which is located in the City of London. To get to Liverpool Street, take the Hammersmith and City, Metropolitan, Circle or Central lines. There are also suburban rail links to Hertfordshire, while the DLR runs to nearby Bank from Canary Wharf, and local buses connect Liverpool Street to Westminster and Hackney.
Arrival Station: Clacton-on-Sea Railway Station is located in the town centre, not far from the seafront. When you get there, you can walk to the promenade down Carnarvon Road, and you'll also find the main shopping area on Station Road. Local buses run from outside the station to resorts like Walton on the Naze (bus number 7) if you want to continue your journey.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Clacton-on-Sea trains use the London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Clacton-on-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), 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: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 is available at Clacton-on-Sea. ATMs are available at Clacton-on-Sea.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
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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