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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Clacton-on-Sea takes 54 min and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford 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.

54 min
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Clacton-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Clacton-on-Sea at 1:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 54 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 52 min • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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    train train 58 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 39.6 mi
  • Duration: 54 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Clacton-on-Sea hourly. Tickets cost £18–29 and the journey takes 52 min.

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