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Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$38.52, with average prices for this route around US$43.87. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
22:05 11h 50m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	09:55 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
22:05 12h 5m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	10:10 +1 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
23:05 13h 2m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	12:07 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train route details

First train

05:29

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Clacton-on-Sea

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

3h 27m

Distance

222 km

Price

US$38.52*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train prices and times

Clacton-on-Sea to Birmingham train route details