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Bracknell to Manchester trains

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The average train between Bracknell and Manchester takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Bracknell to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 13m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bracknell to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Bracknell and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Bracknell is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 7m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 7m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 3m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross Country8h 39m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 7m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 38m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h 1m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 45m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 45m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 44m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 44m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country3h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross Country8h 33m • 1 change
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    South Western RailwayCross Country4h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Bracknell to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Bracknell, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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