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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Braintree is to line 170 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Braintree is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Braintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Panfield Lane. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Braintree?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Braintree. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Braintree?

The distance between Chelmsford and Braintree is 15 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Braintree without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Chelmsford to Braintree takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Braintree bus from?

Chelmsford to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Braintree train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Braintree?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Braintree is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 170 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Chelmsford to Braintree bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Panfield Lane station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Braintree train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Braintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Braintree is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Chelmsford to Braintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Braintree?

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Chelmsford to Braintree - 4 ways to travel via train, line 170 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Braintreetrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
29 min
£7–14
Line 170 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Panfield Lanebus 70 / ...
42 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Braintreetaxi 12.4 mi
18 min
£80–100
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Braintreecar 12.4 mi
18 min
£3–5

Chelmsford to Braintree by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Braintree hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Panfield Lane every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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