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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Braintree for Bishop's Stortford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Braintree to Bishop's Stortford train times
The table below shows live departures for Braintree to Bishop's Stortford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:38 Braintree | 2h11 | 06:49 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:02 Braintree | 2h11 | 10:13 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford
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Trains from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 22:15 |
FAQs: Braintree to Bishop's Stortford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Braintree to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Braintree and Bishop's Stortford
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 15:00 Saturday 05:45 - 13:05 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilet available in the waiting room and accessed with a radar key. The toilets are only open during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop in the turning circle
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- Type of shops available: The station is next to the Braintree Freeport Designer Village shopping centre
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, concourse
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop at the station entrance
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
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