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Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Clacton-on-Sea takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 22m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain train Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Seatrain train London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
5h 2m
£95–164

Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Clacton-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Clacton-on-Sea at 9:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 37m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 37m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 21m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 21m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 21m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia13h 1m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 44m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 12m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 21m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 50m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 265.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Clacton-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Clacton-on-Sea via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 2m.

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