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Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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15

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

4hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

06:59 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Braintree to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 56 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Braintree to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Braintree to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    07:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    09:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    10:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    11:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    18:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    14:59
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    20:36
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    16:59
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:59
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    23:35
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    20:59
    9 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    22:55
    10 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    09:00
    Braintree
    Risca & Pontymister
    Braintree to Risca & Pontymister

About Braintree Station

Station name Braintree (BTR)
Address Braintree station, Station Approach, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 15:00
Saturday 05:45 - 13:05
Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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Amenities on trains between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Braintree & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Braintree and Risca & Pontymister, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.