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Braintree to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Braintree to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 144.10, with average prices for this route around SAR 164.10.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:52 8h 52m, Changes required Braintree Freeport	07:44 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
22:52 8h 56m, Changes required Braintree Freeport	07:48 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
22:52 9h 23m, Changes required Braintree Freeport	08:15 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Braintree to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train

00:32

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Braintree

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

3h 7m

Distance

181 km

Price

SAR 144.10*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Braintree to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Braintree to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Braintree to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Braintree to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Braintree to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Braintree to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Braintree to Birmingham New Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Trains from Braintree to Birmingham New Street from SAR 144.10

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Braintree to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Braintree to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details