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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bracknell is to bus and line 703 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bracknell is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bracknell?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bracknell station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bracknell Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bracknell?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bracknell. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bracknell via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bracknell?

The distance between Manchester and Bracknell is 191 miles. The road distance is 187.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bracknell without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Manchester to Bracknell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bracknell bus from?

Manchester to Bracknell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bracknell train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Bracknell?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bracknell is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 703 bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Manchester to Bracknell bus arrive?

Manchester to Bracknell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Bracknell train arrive?

Manchester to Bracknell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bracknell?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bracknell is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Manchester to Bracknell.

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

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Where can I stay near Bracknell?

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Manchester to Bracknell - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 703 bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 55m
£94–133
Bus, line 703 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk980
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bracknell Bus Stationbus 703
7h 13m
£25–39
Bus, line 703 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bracknell Bus Stationbus 703
5h 38m
£39–89
Drive 186.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bracknellcar 186.4 mi
3h 30m
£46–67
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Staines to Bracknelltrain
3h 37m
£64–261
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 18m
£98–227
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
6h 44m
£91–202

Manchester to Bracknell by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bracknell Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 38m.

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