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 bus and fly which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £250.

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 8m.

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 Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Bracknell to Manchester?

The distance between Bracknell and Manchester is 191 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 which takes 4h 36m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m 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 RailAir, depart from Winnersh Triangle Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Bracknell to Manchester train from?

Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Bracknell to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bracknell to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Bracknell to Manchester bus arrive?

Bracknell to Manchester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Bracknell to Manchester train arrive?

Bracknell to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Bracknell to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 36m
£94–150
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 8m
£65–122
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle Rail Station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 13m
£81–244
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
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 52m
£94–193

Bracknell to Manchester by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. 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 8m.

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