The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Bracknell
Cheapest price
£244
Average price
£244
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Bracknell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Bracknell will cost around £244 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £244.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston 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 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Bracknell
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Preston to Bracknell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £299.
Distance: 293 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£98 Average Price | £299 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Bracknell train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Bracknell trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:33 Preston | 4h17 | 08:50 Bracknell | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Bracknell
Trains from Preston to Bracknell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 17:18. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 00:43 |
Last train 17:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Bracknell trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Bracknell from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Bracknell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston and Bracknell
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:35 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: Premium
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Located in the booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station by the bus stop car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside Station - off Market Street
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