The average train between Bristol and Clacton-on-Sea takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Clacton-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Clacton-on-Sea at 10:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Bristol to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Clacton-on-Sea station.
Book your Bristol to Clacton-on-Sea train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bristol and Clacton-on-Sea is 261.7 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Clacton-on-Sea via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 57m.