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The average train between Clacton-on-Sea and Brighton takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Clacton-on-Sea to Brighton. 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 26m
Duration
121 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Streettrain train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street
  2. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain train Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 55m
£57–94

Clacton-on-Sea to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between Clacton-on-Sea and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clacton-on-Sea is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Brighton at 1:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 28m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express3h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Brighton? 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 Clacton-on-Sea to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 120.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Brighton via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, London Bridge Bus Station, and London Bridge in around 2h 55m.

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