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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea. The train trip from Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea is usually about 6 hours and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest East Midlands Trains + Connections train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 19m |
| Lowest price | £69.59 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea?
East Midlands Trains + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 2 | 6h 23m | £69.59 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea start from £70, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Clacton-on-Sea. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Skegness leaves from Thorpe Culvert Station and one other station. And in Clacton-on-Sea trains arrive at Rail Station .
From Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 6 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Clacton-on-Sea faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Skegness and Clacton-on-Sea is approximately 100 miles, or 161 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 19 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Skegness to Clacton-on-Sea on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Skegness at 16:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Skegness twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Skegness?
Main departure station: Thorpe Culvert Station
There are two stations in Skegness where you can board the train to Clacton-on-Sea.
All train stations in Skegness:
Thorpe Culvert Station
Havenhouse
Where is the train station in Clacton-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station
Clacton-on-Sea has one train station.
Train stations in Clacton-on-Sea:
Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station
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