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Manchester Piccadilly to Braintree by train
| First train | 10:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:43 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Braintree | |
| Journey time | From 5h 59m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Braintree in 5 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Braintree? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 22 minutes to travel the 161 miles (259 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Braintree by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly 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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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Braintree
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