The average train between Runcorn and Braintree takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Braintree at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Braintree station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Runcorn to Braintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Braintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Runcorn to Braintree train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Runcorn and Braintree is 275 km. The road distance is 365 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Braintree via London Euston, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 15m.