The average train between Preston and Bracknell takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Bracknell. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Bracknell at 11:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Bracknell. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Bracknell station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Preston to Bracknell train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Bracknell train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Preston to Bracknell train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Preston and Bracknell is 292.6 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Bracknell via Birmingham New Street and Reading in around 5h 1m.