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Compare bus for Basildon to Braintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basildon to Braintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, while a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $45 (€38) compared to roughly $10 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$34 (-€29). The journey takes 1h 33m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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FAQs: Travel from Basildon to Braintree
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basildon and Braintree as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Basildon station (BSO) and arrive in Braintree station (BTR).
- Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Braintree by train.
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