The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Reading for Bracknell station (BCE) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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 and coach for Reading to Bracknell station (BCE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:39 Reading | 0h20 | 05:59 Bracknell station (BCE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:09 Reading | 0h20 | 06:29 Bracknell station (BCE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:39 Reading | 0h20 | 06:59 Bracknell station (BCE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:09 Reading | 0h20 | 07:29 Bracknell station (BCE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:39 Reading | 0h20 | 07:59 Bracknell station (BCE) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE)
Trains from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 16m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Reading and Bracknell station (BCE) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bracknell station (BCE) 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 station (BCE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Bracknell station (BCE)
- 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
