Braintree Taxi — Fixed Fares & 24/7 Local Service
Reliable local Braintree taxi service across CM7, CM77 and nearby towns including Witham, Great Dunmow and Halstead. Fares are fixed and confirmed at booking — no meter, no hidden charges. We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including bank holidays.
Braintree is a busy North Essex market town with strong rail links on the Braintree branch line to London Liverpool Street and a large retail draw at Freeport Braintree. Whether you need a station run, school trip, hospital appointment or shopping journey, our local drivers know every CM7/CM77 street.
Our Local Braintree Taxi Service — What We Cover
Fixed-fare local taxi across CM7 and CM77 — no meter runs, no surprises. Cabs serve town centre trips, station runs, school runs, hospital and shopping journeys 24/7. Typical dispatch is 10–20 minutes during standard hours; for an exact price or quicker dispatch, use our app or booking page for an instant fixed fare. Short town rides start from £6–£8 with the exact price shown at booking.
Town Centre & Freeport Pickups
Braintree town centre and Freeport Braintree shopping centre — door-to-door drop-offs across CM7 with practical pickup points.
Braintree Station Runs
Station to home and home to station — Braintree branch line. Pre-booked pickups timed to Greater Anglia services.
Broomfield & Springfield Hospital Runs
Hospital appointments to Broomfield and Springfield — pre-book to guarantee timing for clinic and surgery appointments.
School Runs Across CM7 & CM77
School pickups and drop-offs across all CM7 and CM77 schools — child seats free of charge, recurring bookings available.
Pub & Restaurant Evening Pickups
Saturday and Sunday evening collections from local pubs and restaurants — pre-book for guaranteed dispatch on busy nights.
Inter-Town & Shopping Trips
Witham, Halstead, Great Dunmow, Coggeshall and Cressing. Shopping at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Braintree Village retail park.
workFor business travellers
Executive vehicles (Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series) and tailored corporate service available. Set up a corporate account for monthly invoicing and priority dispatch.
family_restroomFor families & groups
Choose an MPV (up to 6) or minibus (up to 8) for larger groups. Child seats are free — tell us age and weight at booking. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles available on request.
Popular Local Journeys — Fixed Fares from Braintree Town Centre
Every local journey is a fixed fare confirmed at booking. The fares below are typical from Braintree town centre (CM7) — exact price for your address shows in the app or booking page.
| Destination | Fixed Fare From | Approx. Time |
|---|---|---|
| Braintree Station — branch line to Liverpool Street | £6 | 5–8 mins |
| Freeport Braintree — retail centre | £8 | 8–12 mins |
| Coggeshall | £14–£18 | 12–18 mins |
| Witham(CM8) | £18–£22 | 15–20 mins · ≈7 miles |
| Halstead (CO9) | £20–£26 | 18–25 mins · ≈8 miles |
| Great Dunmow (CM6) | £22–£28 | 20–25 mins · ≈10 miles |
Fares shown are typical fixed fares from Braintree town centre. Late-night pickups (23:00–06:00) and bank holidays may incur a small premium; your confirmed price displays at booking.
First-Party Tip — High Street Pedestrianisation 10:00–16:00 Weekdays
The High Street and Bank Street are subject to pedestrianisation between approximately 10:00 and 16:00 on weekdays. Drivers will meet you at the confirmed pickup point — typically Manor Street or the bus station rank — shown in your booking confirmation.
Areas We Serve in Braintree & Surrounding Villages
Door-to-door pickups across every CM7 and CM77 street, plus adjacent North Essex postcodes. We reach every village in the service area — no fixed collection points.
| Area | Postcode | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Braintree Town Centre | CM7 | High Street, Bank Street, Market Square — town pickups and ranks |
| Bocking | CM7 | Residential area north of town centre |
| Rayne | CM7 | Western village — regular local service |
| Black Notley / White Notley | CM77 CM8 | Southern villages; near local health facilities |
| Cressing | CM77 | Eastern rural area — door-to-door pickups |
| Stisted | CM77 | Rural CM77 north-east |
| Great Bardfield | CM7 | North Essex village — regular service |
| Witham | CM8 | A12 corridor town — approx. 7 miles south of Braintree |
| Halstead | CO9 | North Essex town — approx. 8 miles north of Braintree |
| Great Dunmow | CM6 | A120 corridor — approx. 10 miles west of Braintree |
For live pricing to your postcode, get an instant quote on the booking page or app. For longer trips and airport transfers, see our dedicated route pages linked elsewhere on the site.
Onward Connections — Airport, Station & Long-Distance
Going further than a local hop? We run dedicated onward routes from Braintree, including airport transfers with flight tracking and fixed fares. Typical Braintree → Stansted is about 18 miles and 30–40 minutes.
Braintree → Stansted
~18 miles · 30–40 minsFixed fare from £36 with flight monitoring and meet & greet. A120 corridor route.
View full route page arrow_forwardBraintree → Heathrow
Long-distance pre-bookedFixed-fare long-distance transfer with flight tracking. Contact us for exact rates and journey time for your terminal.
Get instant quote arrow_forwardBraintree → Luton
Pre-booked transferPre-booked long-distance transfer available. See route page for fares and timings, or get an instant quote.
Get instant quote arrow_forwardBraintree Station Pickups
Liverpool Street & StratfordTimed pickups to match Greater Anglia services. Pre-book for a guaranteed driver waiting at the station.
Book station pickup arrow_forward| Origin | Destination | Fixed Fare From | Journey Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree (CM7) | Stansted Airport | £36–£45 | 30–40 mins · ≈18 miles |
24/7 Local Service — Pre-Dawn, Late-Night & Bank Holidays
Our taxi service in Braintree runs every day. Typical wait times are 10–20 minutes off-peak and 5–10 minutes for scheduled pre-booked pickups. We staff local drivers across CM7 and CM77 to cover weekday rush hours, weekend evenings and early-morning station runs.
Drivers aim to arrive five minutes early for confirmed pre-dawn bookings to ensure unhurried departure for early flights or station services.
scheduleWhen We're On the Road
Executive & Business Travel
For corporate trips, our Executive tier (Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series) offers a premium Braintree taxi experience at a fixed fare. Contact us for corporate accounts, monthly invoicing and priority dispatch for business bookings.
Enquire about a corporate account arrow_forwardSafety & Reliability
- check_circleLicensed drivers with DBS checks
- check_circleVehicle sanitisation between trips
- check_circleFlight-aware and timetable monitoring for punctual pickups
- check_circleDriver name, vehicle reg and direct phone in your confirmation
How to Book a Local Braintree Taxi
Under 60 seconds on our app or booking page. Enter your CM7/CM77 pickup, choose a vehicle and see a fixed price instantly. Or call our staffed 24/7 line for same-day requests.
Enter Address & Destination
Enter any CM7, CM77, CM6, CM8 or CO9 pickup address. The booking tool shows live pricing and estimated dispatch time for local trips and airport transfers.
- check_circleApp, web or phone
- check_circleLive dispatch ETA
- check_circleInstant fixed fare
Choose Your Vehicle
Saloon (up to 3), Estate (up to 4), Executive (Mercedes E-Class / BMW 5 Series, up to 4), MPV (up to 6) or Minibus (up to 8). Child seats free — wheelchair-accessible vehicles on request.
Pay Securely & Get Confirmation
Pay online by Visa, Mastercard, Amex or PayPal — or pay cash to the driver. Email and (with consent) WhatsApp confirmation with driver name, vehicle reg and direct phone number.
- check_circleCard · PayPal · cash to driver
- check_circleFree cancellation 12 hrs+ ahead
- check_circleCorporate accounts available
Book on the App
Instant fixed fares, driver tracking and push notifications.
languageOnline Booking Page
Live pricing, instant confirmation, all CM7/CM77/CM6/CM8/CO9 covered.
24/7 WhatsApp Line
Same-day requests, price & ETA confirmed in minutes.
Need to set up a regular booking? School runs, hospital appointments and corporate trips can be booked as a recurring fixed weekly rate with a preferred driver. Contact us through any channel above to set this up.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braintree Taxi Service
How quickly can a Braintree taxi arrive after booking?
addStansted Airport Taxi typically dispatches a Braintree taxi within 10–15 minutes during standard hours. For busy times (Saturday evenings or Friday nights) we recommend pre-booking 30 minutes ahead. Pre-booked pickups show an exact ETA in the app and on your booking confirmation.
Do you cover all Braintree postcodes (CM7, CM77, CM6, CM8)?
addYes. We cover CM7 and CM77 as core Braintree territory and serve adjacent postcodes including CM6, CM8 and CO9. Door-to-door service to every street in these postcodes — check the app or booking page for postcode-specific availability.
Can I book a local Braintree taxi at short notice or do I need to pre-book?
addBoth options are supported. Same-day Braintree taxi cabs can be booked 24/7 for immediate dispatch (typical 10–20 minute wait). For peak times and pre-dawn station runs, pre-booking is advised to guarantee a specific driver and time.
Do you operate 24 hours in Braintree?
addYes. We operate taxis in Braintree 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Early-morning pickups from 03:00, late-night collections after midnight and bank-holiday service. Fixed fares apply at all times; any late-night premium is shown at booking.
Do you cover school runs, hospital trips and regular local journeys?
addYes. School runs across CM7/CM77, hospital journeys to Broomfield and Springfield, shopping trips to Tesco and Freeport Braintree, and recurring corporate bookings. Contact us to set up a regular booking with a fixed weekly rate and preferred driver.
Reliable local Braintree taxi — fixed fares, fast dispatch, 24/7.
CM7 · CM77 · CM6 · CM8 · CO9 · Local from £6 · Licensed DBS-checked drivers · Pre-dawn from 03:00 · Bank holidays included.
Our Travel Guide Post
2026-09-09 02:57:19 • 5 min read
How Early to Arrive at Stansted Airport? Flight Timing Guide
Arrive at Stansted at least 2 hours before short-haul flights, and at least 3 hours before long-haul or international flights o...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-09 12:32:37 • 5 min read
Hampton by Hilton Stansted Airport | Free Breakfast & Gym
Hampton by Hilton is one of only two hotels you can walk to from the Stansted terminal — and the only one serving breakfast...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-07 02:50:25 • 5 min read
Ramada Stansted Airport | FREE Parking & Breakfast Included
Ramada is the only Stansted-area hotel where both breakfast and parking are free — and the only one with no shuttle at all....
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-07 02:50:51 • 5 min read
Novotel London Stansted Airport | 250 Rooms, Gym & Shuttle
Novotel is the four-star hotel at Stansted that does not charge on-airport prices. 250 rooms two miles out on Round Coppice Roa...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-08 08:48:28 • 5 min read
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport | Shuttle Services
Holiday Inn Express runs the cheapest shuttle at Stansted — £4 per person, and it runs around the clock with no timet...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-07 02:52:09 • 5 min read
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport | Pool & Gym
Radisson Blu is the closest hotel to Stansted Airport — and the location is the whole proposition. A covered walkway links ...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-08 08:50:12 • 5 min read
Staying at Premier Inn Stansted: Shuttle, Rooms, Food
Breakfast from 5.00am is the detail worth knowing about Premier Inn Stansted. Stansted's departure wave begins around 04:00, and ...
Read More chevron_right
2026-09-08 10:18:22 • 5 min read
Where to Stay Near Stansted Airport | Hotel Comparison
Only two hotels at Stansted are genuinely walkable from the terminal — the Radisson Blu and the Hampton by Hilton, both lin...
Read More chevron_right