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Trip Summary
24 trains operate daily from Braintree to Stansted. The train trip from Braintree to Stansted is usually about 2 hours and 36 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (24 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 7m |
| Lowest price | €49.41 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Braintree to Stansted?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Braintree to Stansted. However, there are 24 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 24 | 2h 37m | €49.41 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Braintree to Stansted. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Braintree at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Stansted to Braintree.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Braintree?
Main departure station: Braintree Station
Braintree has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Stansted.
All train stations in Braintree:
Braintree Station
Braintree Freeport Station
Cressing Station
Where is the train station in Stansted?
Main arrival station: Stansted Airport Train Station
Stansted has one train station.
Train stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport Train Station
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