How to travel from Cambridge to Braintree

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Compare train for Cambridge to Braintree

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Braintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, while a train costs an average of €42.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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€42

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€11

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2h 48m

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2h 18m

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The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to Braintree is a train with an average price of €42.
The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to Braintree is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.
Yes, you can take a train between Cambridge and Braintree.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to Braintree among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-30.68. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 59m 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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from Cambridge to Braintree

How to get from Cambridge to Braintree by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Cambridge to Braintree is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greater Anglia
    8:48 AM3h03
    Cambridge
    11:51 AMBraintree
    301One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Greater Anglia
    8:48 AM3h03
    Cambridge
    11:51 AMBraintree
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greater Anglia
    11:59 AM2h52
    Cambridge
    2:51 PMBraintree
    421One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cambridge to Braintree

Travel to Braintree easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Braintree.

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You can travel between Cambridge and Braintree by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to Braintree is a train with an average price of €42.
The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to Braintree is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.
The distance from Cambridge to Braintree is approximately 29 miles (47 km).
The average frequency per day from Cambridge to Braintree is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cambridge and Braintree as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cambridge to Braintree:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cambridge station (CBG) and arrive in Braintree station (BTR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cambridge to Braintree, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Thameslink, Greater Anglia to go to Braintree by train.
Omio customers who travel from Cambridge to Braintree often also extend their vacation to go to London, Chelmsford, Stratford, Colchester, Stansted. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Braintree and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Braintree to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
The ideal duration for a visit to Braintree depends on your interests. If you're planning to explore local attractions like the Braintree Village shopping center and nearby countryside, a stay of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient.

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