Bournemouth to Braintree: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132.2 miles 212.7 km · straight line
166.3 miles actual route 267.7 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
£25 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Braintree?

The distance from Bournemouth to Braintree is 132.2 miles (212.7 km) as the crow flies. Braintree is located NE of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.3 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bournemouth and Braintree. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bournemouth to Braintree

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min £25 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 43min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Braintree

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 188.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM