The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Braintree
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Braintree will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ipswich for Braintree every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
14:530h58Ipswich15:51Braintree£121One-way0 changes
14:530h58Ipswich15:51Braintree£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ipswich to Braintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Braintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ipswich to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Braintree trains for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P47654 · P47446 · P48118 | On time 20:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h02 | 21:43 Braintree station (BTR) | 2 changes | |
P47730 · P48126 | On time 21:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h32 | 22:43 Braintree station (BTR) | 1 change | |
P47663 · P47452 · P48126 | On time 21:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h02 | 22:43 Braintree station (BTR) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 20 April | |||||
![]() | 14:53 Ipswich | 0h58 | 15:51 Braintree | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Braintree
Trains from Ipswich to Braintree run on average 5 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 58m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Braintree trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Braintree from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Braintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich and Braintree
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
- 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
- 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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