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Braintree to Sudbury train prices and times
Looking to travel from Braintree to Sudbury? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £35.20, with average prices for this route around £36.80.
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 |
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00:32 Braintree Freeport | 07:10 Sudbury Hill Harrow | 6h 38m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:40 Braintree Freeport | 08:33 Sudbury Hill Harrow | 2h 53m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:44 Braintree Freeport | 09:23 Sudbury Hill Harrow | 2h 39m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:28 Braintree Freeport | 10:23 Sudbury Hill Harrow | 2h 55m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:02 Braintree Freeport | 11:23 Sudbury Hill Harrow | 2h 21m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:01 Braintree Freeport | 12:23 Paris | 2h 22m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Braintree to Sudbury train route details

First train
00:32

Last train
22:51

Journey time
2h 21m

Distance
15 miles

Price
£35.20*
How to book cheap train tickets from Braintree to Sudbury

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Braintree to Sudbury 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Braintree to Sudbury 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 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 Braintree to Sudbury, 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 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 Braintree to Sudbury 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 Braintree to Sudbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Braintree to Sudbury 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
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
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.