Greater Anglia
Avanti West Coast
Trains to Braintree from Colchester Town
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Colchester Town | |
| Arrival station | Braintree | |
| Journey time | From 51m | |
| Distance | 15 miles (24 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Colchester Town to Braintree by train
If you're planning to travel from Colchester Town to Braintree, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Colchester Town to Braintree takes around 1 hour 6 minutes. There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Colchester Town to Braintree.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Braintree, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia.
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Colchester Town to Braintree?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Braintree?
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3. Book split tickets
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4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Colchester Town to Braintree is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.