- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to London will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 17 trains that leave Clacton-on-Sea for London on Fri, Jun 19, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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C04671
P67017
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P66998Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clacton-on-Sea to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Clacton-on-Sea to London:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Clacton-on-Sea to London costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
The journey is about 37m faster (1h 29m by train vs 2h 6m by car) and roughly $40 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $70 (€57)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Clacton-on-Sea to London trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P66935 | 7:05 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h35 | 8:40 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66957 | 7:40 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h32 | 9:12 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04659 | 8:20 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h36 | 9:56 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66971 | 9:05 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h28 | 10:33 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04662 | 10:05 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 11:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66976 | 11:05 AM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 12:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04665 | 12:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 1:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66982 | 1:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 2:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66986 | 2:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 3:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P76922 | 3:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h28 | 4:33 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04668 | 4:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h27 | 5:32 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66995 | 5:04 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 6:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66998 | 6:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 7:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04671 | 7:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 8:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P67006 | 8:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 9:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P67013 | 9:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 10:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P67017 | 10:05 PM Clacton-on-Sea station (CLT) | 1h26 | 11:31 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Clacton-on-Sea to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames. Popular for its collection and river views.
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Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, bridges, landmarks, and a busy cultural atmosphere.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clacton-on-Sea to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Clacton-on-Sea to London trains use the Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Clacton-on-Sea and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Clacton-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Clacton-on-Sea. ATMs are available at Clacton-on-Sea.
Ticket office support is available at Clacton-on-Sea. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Clacton-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clacton-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Accessible (Card Only) telephone available on concourse, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine located on station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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