🚌 Bus from Halstead to Braintree Town Centre
4 direct routes · about 32 min · first bus 08:30, last bus 18:15 (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 | ~32 min | 18 | 08:30 | 18:15 | Ramsey School (o/s) |
| 370 | First Essex | ~33 min | 14 | 09:35 | 21:35 | Ramsey School (o/s) |
| 38 | Stephensons of Essex | ~32 min | 10 | 08:00 | 17:55 | Ramsey School (o/s) |
| 42 | Central Connect | ~16 min | 8 | 06:54 | 18:43 | High Street (SW-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Halstead 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 Halstead to Braintree Town Centre?
4 routes run directly from Halstead to Braintree Town Centre: the 38A (Stephensons of Essex), the 370 (First Essex), the 38 (Stephensons of Essex), the 42 (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Halstead to Braintree Town Centre?
Around 32 minutes on the 38A, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Halstead to Braintree Town Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 38A) leaves around 08:30 and the last around 18:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Halstead to Braintree Town Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.