London to Braintree bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Braintree

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$0

Average price

$-0

Fastest journey

1 h 48 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from London to Braintree without transferring at least once.

Airport Bus Express
12:45AM2h32
London
03:17AMRue De Jeunes
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1 transfer
Stagecoach London
01:19AM1h58
London
03:17AMRue De Jeunes
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2 transfers
TerraVision UK
03:45AM1h48
London
05:33AMRue De Jeunes
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1 transfer
TerraVision UK
05:05AM1h57
London
07:02AMRue De Jeunes
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1 transfer
Airport Bus Express
06:15AM1h52
London
08:07AMRue De Jeunes
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1 transfer

Live departures

London to Braintree bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Braintree buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:41 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
terravision4:10 PM London
2h09
6:19 PM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
terravision5:10 PM London
2h14
7:24 PM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
terravision6:15 PM London
2h04
8:19 PM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
Thursday, November 6
Airport Bus Express12:45 AM London
2h32
3:17 AM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
Stagecoach London1:19 AM London
1h58
3:17 AM Rue De Jeunes2 transfers
terravision3:45 AM London
1h48
5:33 AM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
terravision5:05 AM London
1h57
7:02 AM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer
Airport Bus Express6:15 AM London
1h52
8:07 AM Rue De Jeunes1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Braintree

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $28 (€23)
Distance
38 miles (62 km)
Average bus duration
1h 57m
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
1h 48m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
23:18

Key Takeaways

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $28 (€23)

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express from London to BraintreeYou can travel by bus between London to Braintree with National Express, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Stagecoach London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Stagecoach London frequency
1 a day

Airport Bus Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Airport Bus Express frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Bus from London to Braintree

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Braintree by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London to Braintree can start from as little as $55 (€45) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Braintree is $55 (€45); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to Braintree from London is on average 1 h 56 min   for the 38 mile (62 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from London to Braintree by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The bus from London to Braintree leaves at 1: 56PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
There are 3 buses a day from London to Braintree which require at least one change with National Express, Stagecoach London or Airport Bus Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the journey from London to Braintree you can take a bus with National Express, Stagecoach London or Airport Bus Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Braintree from London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Braintree, Coggeshall Road, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Braintree from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London to Braintree is March.
You have options as you can travel between London and Braintree 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Braintree:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Braintree for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Braintree depends on the bus company:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Braintree, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Braintree.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Braintree:
    • National Express
      • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Braintree:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London to Braintree.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Braintree with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Braintree with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Braintree with the following bus company: National Express.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from London to Braintree

    London
    Braintree
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

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