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The cheapest and fastest trains from Braintree to Gravesend
Showing times and prices for 16 Dec
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Braintree to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Braintree to Gravesend will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
To travel from Braintree to Gravesend you need to make at least 4 changes.
22:498h27
Braintree07:16Gravesend
£521One-way
4 changes
22:498h27
Braintree07:16Gravesend
£521One-way
4 changes
Live departures
Braintree to Gravesend train times
The table below shows live departures for Braintree to Gravesend trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:49 Braintree | 8h27 | 07:16 Gravesend | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Braintree to Gravesend
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Trains from Braintree to Gravesend run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 2h 1m.
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
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 22:53 |
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
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Braintree to Gravesend trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Braintree and Gravesend from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£42
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Braintree to Gravesend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Braintree to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Braintree to Gravesend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £43.
A visit to Gravesend can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its historic sites, such as the Gravesend Clock Tower and St George's Church, and enjoy a stroll along the River Thames.
Booking trains from Braintree to Gravesend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Braintree to Gravesend is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 1m with a train frequency of 3 per day and a distance of 50 km.
To travel from Braintree to Gravesend, you can take a train.
The train journey from Braintree to Gravesend offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque Essex countryside and charming small towns, though it becomes more urban as it approaches Gravesend.
The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Gravesend is by train, costing approximately £42.
The train journey from Braintree to Gravesend covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Braintree to Gravesend is 50 km.
The train station in Braintree that goes to Gravesend is Braintree station (BTR), and it arrives at Gravesend station (GRV).
The last train from Braintree to Gravesend departs at 22:53.
The first train from Braintree to Gravesend leaves at 5:42.
Trains from Braintree to Gravesend run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Braintree to Gravesend.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Braintree to Gravesend.
Yes, you can take the train from Braintree to Gravesend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Braintree to Gravesend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Braintree and Gravesend
Braintree
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in Braintree is Braintree. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Braintree for your trip from Braintree to Gravesend.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 15:00 Saturday 05:45 - 13:05 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Braintree
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop in the turning circle
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: The station is next to the Braintree Freeport Designer Village shopping centre
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, concourse
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Braintree Freeport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop at the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Gravesend is Gravesend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gravesend for your journey to Gravesend from Braintree.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Gravesend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
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