First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Frinton-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 Frinton-on-Sea will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Frinton-on-Sea, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Frinton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 101 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Frinton-on-Sea:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Frinton-on-Sea costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Frinton-on-Sea take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 12m.
The journey is about 39m faster (1h 28m by train vs 2h 7m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £21). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Frinton-on-Sea trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:18 London | 1h30 | 13:48 Frinton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 7:16 London | 1h32 | 8:48 Frinton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London to Frinton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 22:26 |
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Discover the best of Frinton-on-Sea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frinton-on-Sea trip today.
A volunteer-run local history museum with displays on Walton and nearby Frinton, including seaside life, transport and community heritage.
A local heritage museum covering Clacton and the Tendring area, useful for understanding the wider district around Frinton-on-Sea.
A major regional museum in Colchester with archaeology and local history collections, offering strong context for Essex's coastal past.
Frinton's broad sandy beach is the town's main draw, ideal for walks, sea views and a quieter traditional seaside atmosphere.
The long greensward above the beach offers open views, benches and an elegant setting for strolling along the seafront.
The town's main shopping street has independent shops and a neat Edwardian feel, making it pleasant for a short wander.
Native oysters from the nearby Essex coast, prized for their briny flavour and long local shellfish tradition around the Blackwater and Colne estuaries.
A jellied eel dish long linked with Essex and East London. Chopped eels are set in a savoury stock and eaten cold as a classic local seaside snack.
Smoked herring, traditionally cured and eaten for breakfast or tea. It reflects the historic fishing and smokehouse trade of the east coast.
Established golf club dining room and bar with sea views, offering British meals and a quieter, more formal setting.
Traditional fish and chip shop near the seafront, known for classic takeaway suppers in a simple, casual setting.
Well-known local pub and restaurant serving British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for an English seaside town. Dining and stays cost more than inland budget areas, but day-to-day spending is usually lower than in major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, but it is not expected for every purchase.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Frinton-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 Frinton-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Frinton-on-Sea trains use the London Liverpool Street to Frinton-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Frinton-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.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Frinton-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Frinton-on-Sea.
Ticket office support is available at Frinton-on-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frinton-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Frinton-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frinton-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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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