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Braintree to Harwich trains

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The average train between Braintree and Harwich takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Braintree to Harwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 36m
Duration
38 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Braintree to Harwich train times

Trains run hourly between Braintree and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Braintree is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Harwich at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Witham (Essex) and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 19m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 22m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia8h 21m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 52m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 52m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 20m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Braintree to Harwich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Braintree to Harwich.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 38.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Braintree, England and Harwich, England?

You can take a train from Braintree to Harwich Town via Witham (Essex) and Manningtree in around 2h 13m.

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