London to Braintree bus with National Express

Thu 04 Jun
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
Flibco
2,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
Flibco
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Braintree

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Braintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £35.

Distance: 62 km

Compare bus with

Coach
Most popular
Train

£36

Average Price

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 30m

Average total duration

2h 0m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare prices and tickets London to Braintree by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Thu
04 Jun
Fri
05 Jun
Sat
06 Jun
Sun
07 Jun
Mon
08 Jun
Tue
09 Jun
Wed
10 Jun

Why should you book London to Braintree coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London to Braintree.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Braintree.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Braintree.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Braintree.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Braintree

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from London to Braintree run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £16 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:18. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 2h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £16
Distance
62 km
Average bus duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
2h 17m
First bus
2:20
Last bus
23:18
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £16

Bus providers: National Express from London to BraintreeYou can travel by bus between London to Braintree with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: London to Braintree coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Braintree by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Braintree can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Braintree is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Braintree is 2h 17m to travel the 62 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Braintree leaves at 2:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Braintree leaves at 23:18.
There are 7 coaches a day from London to Braintree which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Braintree, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Braintree. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Braintree and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Braintree from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Braintree is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Braintree including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Braintree for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Braintree:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Braintree depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Braintree.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Braintree:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Braintree:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Braintree.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Braintree with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Braintree with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Braintree with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Braintree

London
Braintree
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

More options for your journey from London to Braintree

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return coaches from Braintree to London
London to Braintree train
Tickets and more information for coaches to London
Tickets and more information for coaches to Braintree

Most popular buses to and from Braintree and London

London to Madrid coach
London to Rome coach
London to Paris coach
London to Milan coach
London to Lisbon coach
London to Manchester coach
London to Warsaw coach
London to Barcelona coach
London to Birmingham coach
London to Prague coach
London to Oslo coach
London to Sofia coach
London to Edinburgh coach
London to Naples coach
London to Dublin coach
London to Stockholm coach
London to London Heathrow Airport coach
London to Amsterdam coach
London to Munich coach
London to Berlin coach
London to Málaga coach
London to Catania coach
Birmingham to Braintree coach
Bristol to Braintree coach
Liverpool to Braintree coach
Newcastle to Braintree coach
Cambridge to Braintree coach
Norwich to Braintree coach
Longford to Braintree coach
Ipswich to Braintree coach
Poole to Braintree coach
Taunton to Braintree coach
HomeCoachesCoach tickets to Braintree London to Braintree bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone