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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£193
Average price
£193
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
296 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £193.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea you need to make at least 3 changes.
05:054h39
Manchester09:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
06:314h13
Manchester10:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
07:354h09
Manchester11:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
08:354h09
Manchester12:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
09:354h09
Manchester13:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
07:354h09
Manchester11:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
08:354h09
Manchester12:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
09:354h09
Manchester13:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
10:354h09
Manchester14:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
11:354h09
Manchester15:44Clacton-on-Sea
£1931One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 296 km
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£82 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:52
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:05 Manchester | 4h39 | 09:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 06:31 Manchester | 4h13 | 10:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 07:35 Manchester | 4h09 | 11:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 08:35 Manchester | 4h09 | 12:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 3 changes | |
| 09:35 Manchester | 4h09 | 13:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea
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Trains from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 4h 29m.
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 £35
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 20:15 |
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 £35
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Clacton-on-Sea from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£59
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea is 296 km.
To fully experience Clacton-on-Sea, including its beaches, pier, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Booking trains from Manchester 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 Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea covers a distance of 296 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 5:02.
A day trip from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 29m. Trains run 5 times per day for this 296 km route.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The last train from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 20:15.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £35.
The train journey from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea offers varied scenery, including urban landscapes, rolling countryside, and coastal views as you approach Clacton-on-Sea.
Trains from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea.
To get from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Clacton-on-Sea
Manchester
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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 Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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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