🚌 Bus from Castle Hedingham to Braintree
2 direct routes · about 29 min · first bus 06:36, last bus 18:25 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | Central Connect | ~29 min | 8 | 06:36 | 18:25 | Bowmans Park (opp) |
| 721 | Zero2 Bus Museum | ~19 min | 1 | 15:24 | 15:24 | Colne Valley Railway (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Castle Hedingham 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 Castle Hedingham to Braintree?
2 routes run directly from Castle Hedingham to Braintree: the 42 (Central Connect), the 721 (Zero2 Bus Museum).
How long does the bus take from Castle Hedingham to Braintree?
Around 29 minutes on the 42, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Castle Hedingham to Braintree?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 42) leaves around 06:36 and the last around 18:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Castle Hedingham to Braintree?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.