🚌 Bus from Braintree to Halstead
3 direct routes · about 54 min · first bus 06:49, last bus 19:05 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38A | Stephensons of Essex | ~54 min | 22 | 06:49 | 19:05 | Three Ashes (opp) |
| 38 | Stephensons of Essex | ~54 min | 14 | 07:39 | 19:25 | Three Ashes (opp) |
| 370 | First Essex | ~38 min | 13 | 08:46 | 23:22 | White Court (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Braintree on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Braintree to Halstead?
3 routes run directly from Braintree to Halstead: the 38A (Stephensons of Essex), the 38 (Stephensons of Essex), the 370 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Braintree to Halstead?
Around 54 minutes on the 38A, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Braintree to Halstead?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 38A) leaves around 06:49 and the last around 19:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Braintree to Halstead?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.