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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Braintree
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€143
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€147
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
3 h 8 m
Trains on Oct 20
19
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Braintree will cost around €147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €143.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Braintree without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:47 AM3h04Bristol8:51 AMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers- 6:30 AM3h21Bristol9:51 AMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
- 7:30 AM3h21Bristol10:51 AMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
- 8:31 AM3h20Bristol11:51 AMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
- 9:30 AM3h21Bristol12:51 PMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
- 5:47 AM3h04Bristol8:51 AMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
2:33 PM3h05Bristol5:38 PMBraintree€1601One-way3 transfers- 2:30 PM3h08Bristol5:38 PMBraintree€1431One-way2 transfers
- 7:40 AM3h11Bristol10:51 AMBraintree€1481One-way3 transfers
- 1:39 PM3h12Bristol4:51 PMBraintree€1481One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Braintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Braintree run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Braintree trains for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM Bristol | 3h21 | 9:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 6:33 PM Bristol | 3h18 | 9:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 10:51 PM Bristol | 8h29 | 7:20 AM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
| 5:47 AM Bristol | 3h04 | 8:51 AM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 6:30 AM Bristol | 3h21 | 9:51 AM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 6:35 AM Bristol | 3h16 | 9:51 AM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 7:30 AM Bristol | 3h21 | 10:51 AM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 7:40 AM Bristol | 3h11 | 10:51 AM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 8:31 AM Bristol | 3h20 | 11:51 AM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 8:38 AM Bristol | 3h13 | 11:51 AM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 9:30 AM Bristol | 3h21 | 12:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 9:38 AM Bristol | 3h13 | 12:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 10:30 AM Bristol | 3h21 | 1:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 10:38 AM Bristol | 3h13 | 1:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 11:30 AM Bristol | 3h21 | 2:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 11:38 AM Bristol | 3h13 | 2:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 12:30 PM Bristol | 3h21 | 3:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 12:38 PM Bristol | 3h13 | 3:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 1:30 PM Bristol | 3h21 | 4:51 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 1:39 PM Bristol | 3h12 | 4:51 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
| 2:30 PM Bristol | 3h08 | 5:38 PM Braintree | 2 transfers | |
| 2:33 PM Bristol | 3h05 | 5:38 PM Braintree | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Braintree
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Braintree by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Braintree
Most Bristol to Braintree trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Braintree station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Braintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Braintree station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Braintree from Braintree city centre
Braintree train station facilities and services
Braintree has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Braintree.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Braintree.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Braintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Braintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Braintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Braintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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