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Bracknell to Preston trains

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The average train between Bracknell and Preston takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Bracknell to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 8m
Duration
212 mi
Distance
£95
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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5h 1m
£79–128

Bracknell to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bracknell and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Bracknell is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast11h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 7m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast8h 55m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 21m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast9h • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 21m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 26m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bracknell to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bracknell to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 211.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Bracknell to Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 1m.

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