# Train times from Braintree to London

Braintree connects to 1 London terminal. The fastest route is Liverpool Street in 58 minutes, with one change.

- Fastest journey to London: 58 minutes to Liverpool Street
- Direct service: No - one change required
- London terminals served: 1 (Liverpool Street)
- Operator: Greater Anglia
- Source: National Rail timetables, 2026
- Data reviewed: 2026-07-28

## Braintree to each London terminal

| London terminal | Journey time | Service | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Liverpool Street | 58 min | Change required | Greater Anglia |

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does the train from Braintree to London take?

The fastest train from Braintree reaches London Liverpool Street in 58 minutes. Braintree connects to 1 London terminal: Liverpool Street.

### Which London station should I travel to from Braintree?

Liverpool Street is the quickest at 58 minutes, though it requires a change. Direct trains run to none — all routes require a change.

### Is Braintree a good commuter town for London?

At 58 minutes to London Liverpool Street, Braintree is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Most services require one change.

### Are there direct trains from Braintree to London?

No direct service is recorded from Braintree; all routes into London require one change.

### What are the nearest stations to Braintree?

The closest alternatives are Witham, Kelvedon, Hatfield Peverel. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.

## About this data

Journey times are the fastest typical weekday service, compiled from published
National Rail operator timetables for 2026. They are not live departure times and
exclude engineering works and disruption. Full methodology: https://railreach.co.uk/about/

Source: RailReach - https://railreach.co.uk/stations/braintree/
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