What is the cheapest way to get from Bracknell to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bracknell to Manchester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bracknell to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bracknell to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs £65 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Bracknell and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bracknell station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Bracknell Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Winnersh Triangle Rail Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bracknell and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bracknell to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bracknell and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Bracknell to Manchester?

The distance between Bracknell and Manchester is 218 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bracknell to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bracknell to Manchester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Bracknell to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Bracknell to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bracknell to Manchester bus from?

Bracknell to Manchester bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, depart from Bracknell Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bracknell to Manchester train from?

Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bracknell station.

Train or bus from Bracknell to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bracknell to Manchester is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Bracknell to Manchester bus arrive?

Bracknell to Manchester bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bracknell to Manchester train arrive?

Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bracknell to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bracknell to Manchester is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Bracknell to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bracknell to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bracknell to Manchester?

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Bracknell to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bracknell to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bracknell to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 39m
£75–146
Drive 186.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bracknell to Manchestercar 186.1 mi
3h 31m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle Rail Station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 50m
£64–122
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Bracknell to Felthamtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 16m
£67–226
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 34m
£94–140
Line 703 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bracknell Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 703
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980
8h 3m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 20m
£93–203
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 43m
£129–442

Bracknell to Manchester by train and subway

131Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Bracknell to Manchester Piccadilly via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bracknell Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Cavendish Gardens, Winnersh Triangle Rail Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 50m.

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