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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Braintree (BTR)

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22

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:31 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Braintree (BTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Braintree , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Braintree is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Braintree.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Braintree. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Braintree Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:31
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:03
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:15
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:23
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:23
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:03
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:38
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:53
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:24
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:34
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    19:13
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:09
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:23
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:49
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    21:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:52
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:02
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:41
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:03
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:41
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:44
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    00:25
    Cambridge
    Braintree
    Cambridge to Braintree

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Braintree Station

Station name Braintree (BTR)
Address Braintree station, Station Approach, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 15:00
Saturday 05:45 - 13:05
Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Braintree

The travel time between Cambridge and Braintree by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Braintree vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Braintree can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Braintree. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Braintree.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Braintree, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.