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Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £30.50, with average prices for this route around £62.80.

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	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Birmingham New Street	08:47 Braintree Freeport	3h 17m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:32 Birmingham New Street	09:47 Braintree Freeport	4h 15m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:28 Birmingham New Street	09:47 Braintree Freeport	3h 19m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:32 Birmingham New Street	10:47 Braintree Freeport	4h 15m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:21 Birmingham New Street	10:47 Braintree Freeport	3h 26m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:32 Birmingham New Street	11:47 Paris	4h 15m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Braintree Freeport

Journey time

3h 16m

Distance

114 miles

Price

£30.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street 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 Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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%.

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport from £30.50

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Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

Birmingham New Street to Braintree Freeport train route details