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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Braintree (BTR)

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20

train journeys
per day

10

miles (16 kms)

28 mins

fastest journey

00:45 / 00:03

first / last train

16

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Braintree (BTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Braintree , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Braintree is approximately 10 miles (16 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 42 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Braintree.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Braintree. The fastest journey time on this route takes 28 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Braintree Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:45
    5 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    05:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    39 mins 1 change
    06:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    07:22
    28 mins Direct
    07:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    28 mins Direct
    08:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    09:22
    28 mins Direct
    09:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    10:22
    28 mins Direct
    10:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    11:22
    28 mins Direct
    11:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    12:22
    28 mins Direct
    12:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    13:22
    28 mins Direct
    13:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    14:22
    29 mins Direct
    14:51
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    28 mins Direct
    15:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    16:22
    28 mins Direct
    16:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    17:22
    28 mins Direct
    17:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    18:22
    28 mins Direct
    18:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    19:22
    28 mins Direct
    19:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    20:22
    28 mins Direct
    20:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    21:22
    28 mins Direct
    21:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    22:22
    28 mins Direct
    22:50
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    23:12
    29 mins 1 change
    23:41
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree
  • Mon 6th May
    23:53
    32 mins 1 change
    00:25
    Chelmsford
    Braintree
    Chelmsford to Braintree

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Chelmsford and Braintree

The travel time between Chelmsford and Braintree by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Braintree vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Chelmsford to Braintree

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Braintree.

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