Take the train from Braintree to Ockendon in 1 hour 30 minutes
If you want to travel from Braintree to Ockendon by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Braintree to Ockendon by train to take around 1 hour 30 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 27 miles (43 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Ockendon. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, c2c or London Overground. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Braintree to Ockendon are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Braintree to Ockendon
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Braintree to Ockendon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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