Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 222 kilometres.

Train cost between Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham

Getting from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham by rail typically costs £85.81, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham departure frequency and train timetable

With 22 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 57 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:20 and the last one is at 22:05. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:05, with the last one at 22:05.

Train duration for trips from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 35 minutes, crossing a total distance of 222 kilometres.

When are tickets between Clacton-on-Sea and Birmingham available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Clacton-on-Sea and Birmingham can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham by train?

The trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham covers a distance of 222 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £85.81. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham?

The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 35 minutes.