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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Braintree (Station) is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Braintree (Station) is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Clinic. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Braintree (Station). 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 to Braintree (Station)?

The distance between Colchester and Braintree (Station) is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Braintree (Station)?

The best way to get from Colchester to Braintree (Station) is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 5m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Braintree (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Braintree (Station) is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Colchester to Braintree (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Braintree (Station)?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Braintree (Station) 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
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Clinicbus X70 / ...
1h 5m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Braintree (Station)taxi 16.4 mi
25 min
£35–45
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Braintree (Station)car 16.4 mi
25 min
£4–6

Colchester to Braintree (Station) by train

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Distance: 19.3 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Braintree via Witham (Essex) in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Osborne Street to Clinic every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 59 min.

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