What is the cheapest way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh is to line 170 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh?

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Rue De Jeunes and arriving at Eastwood Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Braintree and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Rayleigh via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Braintree to Rayleigh?

The distance between Braintree and Rayleigh is 38 miles. The road distance is 25.4 miles.

How do I travel from Braintree to Rayleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Braintree to Rayleigh?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Braintree to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Rayleigh bus from?

Braintree to Rayleigh bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Rue De Jeunes station.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Rayleigh train from?

Braintree to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Braintree to Rayleigh is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 170 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Braintree to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Braintree to Rayleigh bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Braintree to Rayleigh train arrive?

Braintree to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Braintree to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Rayleigh is 25 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Braintree to Rayleigh.

How do I get a train ticket from Braintree to Rayleigh?

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

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Braintree to Rayleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 170 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Braintree to Rayleigh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to Shenfieldtrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
1h 7m
£18–34
Line 170 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rue De Jeunes to Bus Stationbus 70 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Roadbus 3 / ...
1h 20m
£4–6
Drive 25.3 mi
1. Drive from Braintree to Rayleighcar 25.3 mi
31 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Braintree to Rayleightaxi 25.3 mi
31 min
£60–75

Braintree to Rayleigh by train

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Braintree, England and Rayleigh, England?

You can take a train from Braintree to Rayleigh via Shenfield in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rue De Jeunes to Eastwood Road via Bus Station in around 1h 20m.

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