The average train between Dunstable and Braintree takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Dunstable to Braintree. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Dunstable and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunstable is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Braintree at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dunstable to Braintree? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Dunstable station and arriving at Braintree station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Dunstable to Braintree train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.
Dunstable to Braintree train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Dunstable to Braintree train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Dunstable and Braintree is 73.8 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Leagrave to Braintree via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 49m.