The Braintree Branch Line is a branch line from Witham to Braintree in Essex, England. The line diverges from the Great Eastern Main Line at Witham. Passenger services are currently operated by Greater Anglia. The line is part of the Network Rail Strategic Route 7, SRS 07.06 and is classified as a London and south East commuter line.
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