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Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton 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.

3h 15m
Duration
123 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-Seatrain train London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
3h 18m
£58–93

Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Brighton and Clacton-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Clacton-on-Sea at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 5m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 5m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 26m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 5m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 32m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 16m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 123.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Clacton-on-Sea via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 18m.

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