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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Braintree
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Braintree will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
To travel from Birmingham to Braintree you need to make at least 3 changes.
14:472h51Birmingham17:38Braintree£1371One-way3 changes- 16:172h56Birmingham19:13Braintree£1371One-way3 changes
- 5:503h01Birmingham8:51Braintree£1381One-way3 changes
- 6:473h04Birmingham9:51Braintree£1381One-way3 changes
- 7:473h04Birmingham10:51Braintree£1381One-way3 changes
- 14:472h51Birmingham17:38Braintree£1391One-way4 changes
- 14:472h51Birmingham17:38Braintree£1371One-way3 changes
- 16:172h56Birmingham19:13Braintree£1391One-way4 changes
- 16:172h56Birmingham19:13Braintree£1371One-way3 changes
- 5:503h01Birmingham8:51Braintree£1381One-way3 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Braintree trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:21 Birmingham | 7h59 | 7:20 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 5:50 Birmingham | 3h01 | 8:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 6:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 9:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 7:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 10:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 8:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 11:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 9:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 12:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 10:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 13:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 11:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 14:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 12:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 15:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 13:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 16:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 14:47 Birmingham | 2h51 | 17:38 Braintree | 4 changes | |
| 14:47 Birmingham | 2h51 | 17:38 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 15:21 Birmingham | 3h03 | 18:24 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 16:17 Birmingham | 2h56 | 19:13 Braintree | 4 changes | |
| 16:17 Birmingham | 2h56 | 19:13 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 16:47 Birmingham | 3h11 | 19:58 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 17:47 Birmingham | 3h05 | 20:52 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 18:47 Birmingham | 3h04 | 21:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Braintree
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Trains from Birmingham to Braintree run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 20:22 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Birmingham to Braintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Braintree by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Braintree
Most Birmingham to Braintree trains use the Birmingham New Street to Braintree station pair, with some services arriving at Braintree Freeport. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Braintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Braintree station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Braintree from Braintree city centre
Braintree train station facilities and services
Braintree has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Braintree.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Braintree.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Braintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Braintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Braintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Braintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Braintree Freeport from Braintree city centre
Braintree Freeport is 1 km from Braintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Braintree Freeport train station facilities and services
Braintree Freeport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Braintree Freeport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Braintree Freeport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Braintree Freeport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Braintree Freeport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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