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Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker
Museum displays at Kelvedon Hatch explore the site’s Cold War history through preserved rooms, equipment, and interpretation.
Trains from Braintree to Brentwood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Museum displays at Kelvedon Hatch explore the site’s Cold War history through preserved rooms, equipment, and interpretation.
Local museum covering Brentwood’s social history, daily life, and changing townscape through objects, photographs, and archives.
Gallery space at Ingatestone Hall presenting changing art exhibitions in a historic house setting close to Brentwood.
Large country park with woodland, deer park views, walking trails, and heritage features; one of Brentwood’s best outdoor escapes.
Popular woodland park with a lake, family walks, and open green space, ideal for relaxed time close to the town centre.
Main town-centre street known for shopping, historic buildings, and everyday local atmosphere, useful for exploring Brentwood on foot.
Traditional Essex cured ham, usually dry-salted and served sliced cold. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchery and farming.
Fresh oysters from the Essex coast, prized since Roman times for their clean, briny flavor. A classic regional seafood linked to nearby estuaries.
Smoked sprats from the Essex coast, eaten hot or cold. This simple preserved fish dish reflects the county’s traditional fishing heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant at Marygreen Manor serving modern British dishes in a polished country-house setting.
Well-known local steakhouse and grill with generous portions and a smart-casual dining room.
Costs are moderate for southeast England. Hotels and dining are cheaper than central London, but rail fares and some stays can still be relatively high.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis often round up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Brentwood Rail Station -> Brentwood High Street, Brentwood
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Braintree to Brentwood by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brentwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Braintree to Brentwood trains use the Braintree to Shenfield station pair, with some services arriving at Brentwood. Use this guide to compare Braintree and Brentwood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Braintree has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Braintree.
Wi-Fi is available at Braintree.
Ticket office support is available at Braintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Braintree: Parking, WC.
Available at Braintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Braintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Braintree Freeport is 1 km from Braintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Braintree Freeport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Braintree Freeport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Braintree Freeport: Parking.
Available at Braintree Freeport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Braintree Freeport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shenfield is 1 km from Brentwood city centre. Public transport options include:
Shenfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Shenfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Shenfield. ATMs are available at Shenfield.
Ticket office support is available at Shenfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shenfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Shenfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shenfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Brentwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Brentwood.
Wi-Fi is available at Brentwood.
Ticket office support is available at Brentwood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brentwood: Parking, WC.
Available at Brentwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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