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London to Braintree train prices and times

Looking to travel from London to Braintree? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £14.00, with average prices for this route around £31.80.

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

  • Fri, Aug 8
    From £31.80
  • Sat, Aug 9
    From £31.80
  • Sun, Aug 10
    From £14.00
  • Mon, Aug 11
    From £31.80
  • Tue, Aug 12
    From £14.00
  • Wed, Aug 13
    From £16.10
  • Thu, Aug 14
    From £31.80
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:46
London Liverpool Street
05:29
Braintree Freeport
4h 43m, No directGreater Anglia
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05:23
London Liverpool Street
06:30
Braintree Freeport
1h 7m, No directGreater Anglia
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06:01
Vauxhall
08:47
Braintree Freeport
2h 46m, No directSouth Western RailwayLondon OvergroundElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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06:17
London Liverpool Street
07:16
Braintree Freeport
59m, DirectGreater Anglia
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07:00
London Liverpool Street
08:00
Braintree Freeport
1h, No directGreater Anglia
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07:31
Vauxhall
09:47
Paris
2h 16m, No directSouth Western RailwayLondon OvergroundElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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London to Braintree train route details

First train
First train
00:46
Last train
Last train
23:28
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Braintree
Journey time
Journey time
58m
Distance
Distance
40 miles
Price
Price
£14.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, London Overground, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Braintree

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London and Braintree, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London 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

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%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Braintree, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London to Braintree more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Braintree train ticket types

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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%.