Travelling from Manchester to Braintree by train

Want to know how to get from Manchester to Braintree by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Manchester to Braintree take around 3 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 259 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around  00:53. The last departure is usually at around 21:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:05, with the last train leaving at around 21:05. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £57.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Braintree, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Braintree.

Is there a direct train from Manchester to Braintree?

The journey between Manchester and Braintree usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester to Braintree every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Braintree?

The Manchester to Braintree train travel takes about 3 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester to Braintree train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Braintree leaving Manchester at around 00:53 and the last train leaving at around 21:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:05, with the final departure at 21:05.