🚌 Bus from Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre
3 direct routes · about 46 min · first bus 05:55, last bus 20:50 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | First Essex | ~46 min | 33 | 05:55 | 20:50 | Bus Station (Stand 5) |
| 370 | First Essex | ~41 min | 13 | 08:15 | 22:53 | Bus Station (Stand 5) |
| 70 | First Essex | ~49 min | 5 | 06:50 | 17:05 | Bus Station (Stand 5) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre?
3 routes run directly from Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre: the 170 (First Essex), the 370 (First Essex), the 70 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre?
Around 46 minutes on the 170, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 170) leaves around 05:55 and the last around 20:50. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford to Braintree Town Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.