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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Braintree is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Braintree is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Braintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rue De Jeunes via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Braintree?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Braintree via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Bristol to Braintree?

The distance between Bristol and Braintree is 168 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Braintree without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 52m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Bristol to Braintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Braintree bus from?

Bristol to Braintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Braintree train from?

Bristol to Braintree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Braintree?

The best way to get from Bristol to Braintree is to train via London which takes 3h 52m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Bristol to Braintree bus arrive?

Bristol to Braintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Braintree train arrive?

Bristol to Braintree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Braintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Braintree is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Bristol to Braintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Braintree?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Braintreetrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 52m
£75–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 48m
£26–43
Drive 166.8 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Braintreecar 166.8 mi
3h 7m
£42–60
Fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
5h 24m
£60–156
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport
6h 1m
£115–166
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Braintreetrain
6h 45m
£263–356

Bristol to Braintree by train

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Braintree via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rue De Jeunes via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 48m.

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