| First train | 15:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:21 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Central | |
| Arrival station | Braintree | |
| Journey time | From 7h 19m | |
| Distance | 182 miles (293 km) | |
| Changes | 5 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Liverpool Central to Braintree? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 35 minutes to travel the 182 miles (293 km) from Liverpool Central to Braintree by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 5 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia to Braintree. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Liverpool Central to Braintree in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Braintree by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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