🚌 Bus from Braintree to Takeley
3 direct routes · about 33 min · first bus 05:29, last bus 04:00 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X20 | First Essex | ~33 min | 40 | 05:29 | 04:00 | Bus Interchange (Stand 5) |
| 333 | Central Connect | ~47 min | 35 | 02:35 | 23:35 | Bus Interchange (Stand 6) |
| 332 | Central Connect | ~62 min | 1 | 07:35 | 07:35 | Bus Interchange (Stand 6) |
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 Takeley?
3 routes run directly from Braintree to Takeley: the X20 (First Essex), the 333 (Central Connect), the 332 (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Braintree to Takeley?
Around 33 minutes on the X20, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Braintree to Takeley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X20) leaves around 05:29 and the last around 04:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Braintree to Takeley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.