Buses to Braintree
from Colchester
The journey to Braintree from Colchester takes just 28 minutes.
Buses operate daily with up to 32 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Colchester at 01:25.
Arriva Herts and Essex schedule
Arriva Herts and Essex operates between Colchester and Braintree 7 days per week.
| Service days | Daily |
|---|---|
| Services per day | 2 |
| Shortest trip | 28 minutes |
| First departure | 02:20 |
| Last departure | 05:20 |
First Essex schedule
Travel from Colchester to Braintree with First Essex in 37 minutes.
| Service days | Daily |
|---|---|
| Services per day | up to 30 |
| Shortest trip | 37 minutes |
| First departure | 01:25 |
| Last departure | 23:25 |
Your questions answered
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Is there a daily bus service between Colchester and Braintree?
Yes, buses operate daily from Colchester to Braintree, departing as early as 01:25.
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How long is the bus trip from Colchester to Braintree?
The fastest bus to Braintree from Colchester takes 28 minutes. Check the trip duration when booking, as the slowest bus takes 1 hour 5 minutes longer.
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How do I buy tickets for travel to Braintree from Colchester?
It's not yet possible to buy tickets for this trip directly from ByBus but we're working on it!
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Which bus companies operate between Colchester and Braintree?
First Essex and Arriva Herts and Essex run buses to Braintree from Colchester.
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What time is the earliest bus from Colchester to Braintree?
The first bus to Braintree from Colchester leaves at 01:25. The journey takes 28 minutes.
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When is the last bus to Braintree from Colchester?
The last bus leaves Colchester at 05:20, arriving into Braintree at 05:58. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.
Onward travel from Braintree
| Bus to | Days | Shortest trip | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford |
| 36 minutes | 10 miles |
| Colchester |
| 32 minutes | 15 miles |
| Marks Tey |
| 17 minutes | 9.0 miles |
| Witham |
| 17 minutes | 6.6 miles |