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Braintree to Chelmsford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Braintree to Chelmsford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £10.10, with average prices for this route around £10.10.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:00 25m, Direct Braintree	16:25 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
17:00 25m, Direct Braintree	17:25 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
17:47 27m, Direct Braintree	18:14 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
18:33 27m, Direct Braintree	19:00 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
19:20 34m, No direct Braintree	19:54 Chelmsford	Find Tickets
20:08 25m, Direct Braintree	20:33 Paris	Find Tickets

Braintree to Chelmsford train route details

First train

00:30

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Braintree

Arrival station

Chelmsford

Journey time

25m

Distance

17 km

Price

£10.10*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Braintree to Chelmsford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Braintree to Chelmsford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Braintree to Chelmsford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Braintree to Chelmsford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Braintree to Chelmsford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Braintree to Chelmsford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Braintree to Chelmsford from £10.10

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Braintree to Chelmsford train prices and times

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