The average train between Kent and Braintree takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 2:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Braintree at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Braintree station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Kent to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Kent to Braintree train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Kent and Braintree is 71 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Braintree via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 56m.