First train | 04:20 | |
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Last train | 22:19 | |
Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
Arrival station | Clacton-on-Sea | |
Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
Distance | 72 miles (115 km) | |
Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £33.30 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Gatwick Airport to Clacton-on-Sea? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 47 minutes to travel the 72 miles (115 km) from Gatwick Airport to Clacton-on-Sea by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 30 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or London Overground to Clacton-on-Sea. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Clacton-on-Sea in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £33.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Clacton-on-Sea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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