What is the cheapest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree?

The cheapest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree is to bus via Tortoiseshell Way which costs £2 - £3 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree?

The fastest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted Airport Station and Braintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Clare Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree?

The distance between Stansted Airport Station and Braintree is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

How do I travel from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree without a car?

The best way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree without a car is to bus which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree?

The bus from Coach Station to Clare Road takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stansted Airport Station to Braintree bus from?

Stansted Airport Station to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Coach Station.

Where does the Stansted Airport Station to Braintree bus arrive?

Stansted Airport Station to Braintree bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Clare Road station.

Can I drive from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted Airport Station to Braintree is 17 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree.

Where can I stay near Braintree?

There are 629+ hotels available in Braintree.

Stansted Airport Station to Braintree - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stansted Airport Station to Braintree by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Clare Roadbus X20
38 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stansted Airport Station to Braintreetaxi 17.1 mi
21 min
£35–45
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Stansted Airport Station to Braintreecar 17.1 mi
21 min
£5–6
Bus via Tortoiseshell Way
1. Take the bus from Coopers Villas to Tortoiseshell Waybus X20
42 min
£2–3

Stansted Airport Station to Braintree by bus

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Stansted Airport Station, England and Braintree, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Coach Station to Clare Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 38 min. Central Connect also services this route hourly.

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