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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bracknell to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bracknell to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bracknell to Birmingham will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bracknell for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
9:202h31Bracknell11:51Birmingham£321One-way0 changes
6:004h05Bracknell10:05Birmingham£681One-way0 changes
- 9:202h31Bracknell11:51Birmingham£321One-way0 changes
- 6:004h05Bracknell10:05Birmingham£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bracknell to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 142 km
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£44 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bracknell to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bracknell to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 8:22 Bracknell | 3h26 | 11:48 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:20 Bracknell | 2h31 | 11:51 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bracknell to Birmingham
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Trains from Bracknell to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Bracknell to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bracknell and Birmingham from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bracknell to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bracknell to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bracknell and Birmingham
Most Bracknell to Birmingham trains use the Bracknell to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Bracknell and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bracknell station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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