The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Bracknell
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Bracknell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Bracknell will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basingstoke for Bracknell every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:221h07Basingstoke17:29Bracknell£141One-way0 changes
16:221h07Basingstoke17:29Bracknell£141One-way0 changes
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Bracknell.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Bracknell
Trains from Basingstoke to Bracknell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke to Bracknell trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke and Bracknell from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Bracknell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Bracknell
Most Basingstoke to Bracknell trains use the Basingstoke to Bracknell station pair, with some services arriving at Martins Heron. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Bracknell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basingstoke station do trains to Bracknell leave from?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke train station facilities and services
Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bracknell station do trains from Basingstoke arrive at?
Getting to Bracknell from Bracknell city centre
Bracknell train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bracknell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bracknell. ATMs are available at Bracknell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bracknell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bracknell: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Bracknell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Martins Heron from Bracknell city centre
Martins Heron is 1 km from Bracknell city centre. Public transport options include:
Martins Heron train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Martins Heron.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Martins Heron.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Martins Heron.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Martins Heron: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Martins Heron: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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