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

38.8 miles 62.5 km · straight line
51.1 miles actual route 82.2 km · driving distance
1h 21min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Braintree from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Braintree to London, United Kingdom is 38.8 miles (62.5 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located SW of Braintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.1 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 London, 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 21min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 37min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Braintree & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 641.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM