Coulsdon South to Braintree by train
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:49 | |
| Departure station | Coulsdon South | |
| Arrival station | Braintree | |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Coulsdon South to Braintree by train
Looking to travel from Coulsdon South to Braintree by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 12 minutes to travel from Coulsdon South to Braintree by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 59 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 49 miles (79 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Braintree, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or Southern to get to Braintree. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Coulsdon South to Braintree in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Coulsdon South to Braintree
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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 Coulsdon South to Braintree is right for you.
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