Braintree to Cambridge, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

29.1 miles 46.8 km · straight line
43.4 miles actual route 69.8 km · driving distance
56min estimated drive time
£7 - £8 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Braintree from Cambridge, United Kingdom?

The distance from Braintree to Cambridge, United Kingdom is 29.1 miles (46.8 km) as the crow flies. Cambridge, United Kingdom is located NW of Braintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 43.4 miles, taking about 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Braintree and Cambridge, United Kingdom. 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 Braintree to Cambridge, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 56min £7 - £8 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Braintree & Cambridge, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 856.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM