The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Braintree
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Braintree will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ipswich for Braintree on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Ipswich to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Braintree trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 PM Ipswich | 1h10 | 8:51 PM Braintree | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:41 AM Ipswich | 1h02 | 9:43 AM Braintree | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Braintree
Trains from Ipswich to Braintree run on average 4 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 00:42 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Braintree trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Braintree from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ipswich to Braintree
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Braintree 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 Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ipswich to Braintree
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
- Car Park: No
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 15:00 Saturday 05:45 - 13:05 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilet available in the waiting room and accessed with a radar key. The toilets are only open during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop in the turning circle
- Type of shops available: The station is next to the Braintree Freeport Designer Village shopping centre
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, concourse
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop at the station entrance
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