The average train between Clacton-on-Sea and Exeter takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Clacton-on-Sea and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clacton-on-Sea is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Clacton-on-Sea station and arriving at Exeter station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Clacton-on-Sea station.
Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Exeter is 346.7 km. The road distance is 396 km.
You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 20m.