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Outbound fromUpminster to Braintree by train
It takes an average of 1h 51m to travel from Upminster to Braintree by train, over a distance of around 25 miles (41 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Upminster to Braintree and tickets for this journey start from £20.20 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Upminster to Braintree in 1 hour 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Upminster to Braintree? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 51 minutes to travel the 25 miles (41 km) from Upminster to Braintree by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, c2c or London Overground 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 Upminster to Braintree in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £20.20. 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 Upminster to Braintree
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Upminster to Braintree is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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