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.
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.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Braintree station and arriving at Harwich station via Witham (Essex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Braintree to Harwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.
Braintree to Harwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Harwich Town station.
Book your Braintree to Harwich train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Braintree and Harwich is 50.7 km. The road distance is 61 km.
You can take a train from Braintree to Harwich Town via Witham (Essex) and Manningtree in around 2h 14m.