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Bracknell Museum and Heritage Centre
A local heritage museum in the former stables at South Hill Park, covering Bracknell’s development and everyday life through displays and archives.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ash Vale to Bracknell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ash Vale to Bracknell will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Ash Vale to Bracknell you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ash Vale to Bracknell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Ash Vale to Bracknell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 33m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:32 |
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Discover the best of Bracknell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bracknell trip today.
A local heritage museum in the former stables at South Hill Park, covering Bracknell’s development and everyday life through displays and archives.
An arts centre with gallery spaces, exhibitions and craft displays in a historic mansion setting. Good for combining visual art with a wider visit.
A nearby aviation museum with aircraft, cockpits and RAF history. Worth the short trip for hands-on displays and specialist local interest.
A large country park with lakes, woodland paths and a mansion backdrop. One of Bracknell’s best places for walking, picnics and relaxed views.
A broad ancient woodland and heathland on the town’s edge, popular for longer walks, wildlife and peaceful forest scenery.
Bracknell’s regenerated central area with public spaces, shops and routes linking major attractions. Useful for seeing the town’s contemporary side.
A Berkshire classic of diced seasonal vegetables and cream, linked to nearby Windsor and long served across the county.
Traditional English sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy, a familiar pub staple widely eaten in Bracknell and Berkshire.
Slow-cooked beef in ale with vegetables under a pastry lid, a classic hearty dish found in traditional pubs across Berkshire.
Smart modern Indian restaurant in Bracknell, known for polished service, classic curries and tandoori dishes in a refined setting.
Lively Turkish and Mediterranean venue serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a contemporary, sociable atmosphere.
Traditional pub near Bracknell serving British favourites, ales and Sunday roasts with a cosy, historic country feel.
Bracknell is moderate for England: dining and hotels are often cheaper than central London, but rail fares and family attractions can still add up.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ash Vale to Bracknell by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bracknell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ash Vale to Bracknell trains use the North Camp to Bracknell station pair, with some services arriving at Martins Heron. Use this guide to compare Ash Vale and Bracknell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
North Camp is 1 km from Ash Vale city centre. Public transport options include:
North Camp has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at North Camp.
Ticket office support is available at North Camp.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Camp: Parking.
Available at North Camp: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Camp: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - Level access from highway to both platforms. Inter platform access via level crossing and short ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The phone box on platform 2 is not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Ash Vale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ash Vale.
Wi-Fi is available at Ash Vale.
Ticket office support is available at Ash Vale.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ash Vale: Parking, WC.
Available at Ash Vale: Bike Parking.
Bracknell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bracknell.
Wi-Fi is available at Bracknell. ATMs are available at Bracknell.
Ticket office support is available at Bracknell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bracknell: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bracknell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bracknell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Lifts to Platform 2 (for trains towards Reading), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Martins Heron is 1 km from Bracknell city centre. Public transport options include:
Martins Heron has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Martins Heron.
Wi-Fi is available at Martins Heron.
Ticket office support is available at Martins Heron.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martins Heron: Parking.
Available at Martins Heron: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martins Heron: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Both platforms are accessible to wheelchair users but interchange is via stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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