What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

The fastest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester (Station) and Braintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colchester station station and arriving at Albert Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester (Station) and Braintree?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester (Station) to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Braintree via Witham (Essex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

The distance between Colchester (Station) and Braintree is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester (Station) to Braintree without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester (Station) to Braintree bus from?

Colchester (Station) to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Colchester station.

Where do I catch the Colchester (Station) to Braintree train from?

Colchester (Station) to Braintree train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

The best way to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Colchester (Station) to Braintree bus arrive?

Colchester (Station) to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Albert Road station.

Where does the Colchester (Station) to Braintree train arrive?

Colchester (Station) to Braintree train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Witham (Essex) station.

Can I drive from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester (Station) to Braintree is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Colchester (Station) to Braintree.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester (Station) to Braintree?

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Where can I stay near Braintree?

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Colchester (Station) to Braintree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester (Station) to Braintree by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Witham (Essex)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Witham (Essex) to Braintreetrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
1h 3m
£9–17
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Colchester station to Albert Roadbus 320 / ...
1h 14m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester (Station) to Braintreetaxi 15.8 mi
24 min
£35–45
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester (Station) to Braintreecar 15.8 mi
24 min
£4–6

Colchester (Station) to Braintree by train

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Distance: 19.3 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Colchester (Station), England and Braintree, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Braintree via Witham (Essex) in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Colchester station to Albert Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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