The average train between Manchester and Bracknell takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Bracknell. 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 Manchester and Bracknell. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Bracknell at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 18m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 18m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 4m • 1 change

4h 12m • 1 change

3h 58m • 1 change

3h 58m • 1 change

3h 58m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Bracknell? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bracknell. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bracknell station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Manchester to Bracknell train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Bracknell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Manchester to Bracknell train tickets online with Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Manchester and Bracknell is 251 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.