The average train between Margate and Braintree takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate 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 Margate and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Braintree at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate 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 Margate to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Braintree station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Margate to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Margate to Braintree train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Margate and Braintree is 79.8 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Braintree via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 18m.