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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Braintree
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Braintree will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
To travel from Bristol to Braintree you need to make at least 2 changes.
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5:473h04Bristol8:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes- 6:303h21Bristol9:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
- 7:303h21Bristol10:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
- 8:313h20Bristol11:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
- 9:303h21Bristol12:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
- 5:473h04Bristol8:51Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
14:333h05Bristol17:38Braintree£1431One-way3 changes- 14:303h08Bristol17:38Braintree£1281One-way2 changes
- 7:403h11Bristol10:51Braintree£1321One-way3 changes
- 13:393h12Bristol16:51Braintree£1321One-way3 changes
Live departures
Bristol to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:51 Bristol | 8h29 | 7:20 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 5:47 Bristol | 3h04 | 8:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 6:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 9:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 6:35 Bristol | 3h16 | 9:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 7:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 10:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 7:40 Bristol | 3h11 | 10:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 8:31 Bristol | 3h20 | 11:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 8:38 Bristol | 3h13 | 11:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 9:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 12:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 9:38 Bristol | 3h13 | 12:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 10:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 13:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 10:38 Bristol | 3h13 | 13:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 11:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 14:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 11:38 Bristol | 3h13 | 14:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 12:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 15:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 12:38 Bristol | 3h13 | 15:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 13:30 Bristol | 3h21 | 16:51 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 13:39 Bristol | 3h12 | 16:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 14:30 Bristol | 3h08 | 17:38 Braintree | 2 changes | |
| 14:33 Bristol | 3h05 | 17:38 Braintree | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Braintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Braintree run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Braintree trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Braintree from £128. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Braintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Braintree
Most Bristol to Braintree trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Braintree station pair, with some services arriving at Braintree Freeport. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Braintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Braintree station do trains from Bristol 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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