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Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$32.46, with average prices for this route around AU$32.46.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:05 1h 41m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	21:46 Braintree Freeport	Find Tickets
21:05 1h 31m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	22:36 Braintree Freeport	Find Tickets
22:05 1h 30m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	23:35 Braintree Freeport	Find Tickets
23:05 6h 24m, No direct Clacton-on-Sea	05:29 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Clacton-on-Sea

Arrival station

Braintree Freeport

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

42 km

Price

AU$32.46*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

Clacton-on-Sea to Braintree Freeport train route details