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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Braintree (BTR)

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15

train journeys
per day

162

miles (260 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 20:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Braintree (BTR)

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

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree is approximately 162 miles (260 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 17 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    08:20
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    11:36
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    12:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    13:36
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    14:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    15:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    16:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    17:41
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    18:06
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    19:06
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    23:41
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    20:06
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    00:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Braintree
    Cardiff Queen Street to Braintree

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree 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 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:10.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Braintree.

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