The average train between Bracknell and Manchester takes 4h 5m 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.
Trains run hourly between Bracknell and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Bracknell is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bracknell to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bracknell station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.
Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bracknell to Manchester train tickets online with South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Bracknell and Manchester is 251 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.