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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 on 19 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Bracknell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Bracknell will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Southall to Bracknell you need to make at least one change.
C37167+
L80598
C48260+
L80582
C37167+
L80598
C48260+
L80582Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southall to Bracknell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 28 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-23.43. The journey takes 59m versus 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Southall to Bracknell trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C48260+ L80582 | 3:49 Southall station (STL) | 2h10 | 5:59 Bracknell station (BCE) | 1 change | |
C37167+ L80598 | 5:31 Southall station (STL) | 1h28 | 6:59 Bracknell station (BCE) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Southall to Bracknell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:20 |
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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 Southall 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 Southall to Bracknell trains use the Southall to Bracknell station pair. Use this guide to compare Southall and Bracknell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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