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Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea by train
| First train | 05:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:13 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Clacton-on-Sea | |
| Journey time | From 6h 1m | |
| Distance | 184 miles (296 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Travel from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea by train in 6 hours 1 minute
If you want to know more about the journey from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea by train is 6 hours 46 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 1 minute. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 184 miles (296 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Clacton-on-Sea. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway on your way to Clacton-on-Sea, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Clacton-on-Sea
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