The average train between Brentford and Essex takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Brentford to Essex. 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 Brentford and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brentford is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brentford to Essex? 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 Brentford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Brentford station and arriving at Essex station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Brentford to Essex train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Syon Lane station.
Brentford to Essex train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Brentford to Essex train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Brentford and Essex is 73.4 km. The road distance is 93 km.
There is no direct connection from Brentford to Essex. However, you can take the train to London Waterloo, walk to Waterloo station, take the subway to Stratford station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to White Notley.