The average train between Exeter and Clacton-on-Sea takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Clacton-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Clacton-on-Sea at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Exeter to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Clacton-on-Sea station.
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The distance between Exeter and Clacton-on-Sea is 346.7 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Clacton-on-Sea via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 31m.