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Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £64.90, with average prices for this route around £64.90.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:44 Birchington-On-Sea	08:00 Braintree Freeport	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:32 Birchington-On-Sea	08:47 Braintree Freeport	3h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:44 Birchington-On-Sea	08:47 Braintree Freeport	3h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:05 Birchington-On-Sea	09:47 Braintree Freeport	2h 42m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:59 Birchington-On-Sea	10:47 Braintree Freeport	2h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:02 Birchington-On-Sea	11:47 Paris	2h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree train route details

First train

04:44

Last train

21:37

Departure station

Birchington-on-Sea

Arrival station

Braintree

Journey time

2h 42m

Distance

48 miles

Price

£64.90*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 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 Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree, 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 Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree 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 travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Birchington-on-Sea to Braintree train prices and times

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