The average train between Harwich and Braintree takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich to Braintree. 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 Harwich and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Braintree at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harwich to Braintree? 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 Harwich to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Braintree station via Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Harwich to Braintree train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Harwich Town station.
Harwich to Braintree train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Harwich to Braintree train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Harwich and Braintree is 50.7 km. The road distance is 61 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Braintree via Manningtree and Witham (Essex) in around 2h 12m.