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The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
149 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton 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 Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Northampton for Clacton-on-Sea every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
06:303h14
Northampton09:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
07:323h12
Northampton10:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
04:344h10
Northampton08:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
08:183h26
Northampton11:44Clacton-on-Sea
£801One-way
0 changes
07:323h12
Northampton10:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
06:303h14
Northampton09:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
08:183h26
Northampton11:44Clacton-on-Sea
£801One-way
0 changes
04:344h10
Northampton08:44Clacton-on-Sea
£791One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£79 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:32 Northampton | 3h12 | 10:44 Clacton-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
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 £49
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:17 |
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 £49
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Clacton-on-Sea from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£79
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea train
FAQs: Travel by train from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
The train distance from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea is 149 km.
The train journey from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea covers a distance of 149 km and takes approximately 3h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea departs at 22:17.
Booking trains from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £79.
Trains from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea run approximately 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea is by coach, costing approximately £49.
The train station in Northampton that goes to Clacton-on-Sea is Northampton station (NMP), and it arrives at Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
There is no night train service from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Clacton-on-Sea
Northampton
Clacton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your trip from Northampton to Clacton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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 on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Northampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
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 Northampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
Lost 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.
Most popular train connections from Northampton
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