The average train between Whitstable and Braintree takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitstable 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 every 3 hours between Whitstable and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitstable is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Braintree at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Whitstable 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 Whitstable to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Whitstable station and arriving at Braintree station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Whitstable to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.
Whitstable to Braintree train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Whitstable to Braintree train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Whitstable and Braintree is 66.2 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Whitstable to Braintree via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 7m.