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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr281
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr415
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 18
14
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bracknell to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bracknell to Manchester will cost around kr415 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr281.
It's difficult to get from Bracknell to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.
RE703 · NX032 · NX540
RE703 · NX210 · NX120
RE703 · NX210 · NX541
RE703 · NX032 · NX540
RE703 · NX025 · NX540
RE703 · NX210 · NX541
RE703 · NX032 · NX540
RE703 · NX210 · NX541
RE703 · NX210 · NX541
RE703 · NX210 · NX120Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr339 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr339, while a flight costs an average of kr2039.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr339 Average price Cheapest | kr1022 Average price | kr2039 Average price | kr556 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Manchester:
A bus is kr683 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bracknell to Manchester costing on average kr1022.
A bus is kr1700 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bracknell to Manchester costing on average kr2039.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
Tickets start at around kr339 compared to roughly kr556 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr217. The journey takes 7h 7m versus 3h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price kr281 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr350 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:19AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 8h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr330 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr321 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr503 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:08AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr473 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 07:24AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:43AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 8h42 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr572 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr523 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr208 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr473 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr493 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:52AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 9h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr453 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr463 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr369 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 12:56PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:56PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h49 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr424 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr310 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 8h07 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h12 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr434 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:29PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr216 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:33PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr355 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:27PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 8h58 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price kr190 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 03:27PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr359 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:33PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 8h42 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr194 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:33PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 8h07 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr414 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:34PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 8h06 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr320 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 06:01PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:03PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h02 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr327 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:08PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 9h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price kr468 |
Operator Thames Valley Buses | Departure Time 10:08PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h57 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr0.00 |
The table below shows live departures for Bracknell to Manchester buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:27 PM Bracknell | 8h58 | 12:25 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
RE703 · NX032 · NX540 | 3:50 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 8h20 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX032 · NX540 | 4:50 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 9h00 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX025 · NX540 | 4:50 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 9h00 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX210 · NX120 | 5:19 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 8h56 | 2:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX210 · NX590 | 6:05 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 9h10 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX210 · NX541 | 7:43 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 8h42 | 4:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX210 · NX541 | 9:55 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 9h45 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
RE703 · NX210 · NX120 | 10:56 AM Bracknell, Bus Station | 9h19 | 8:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Bracknell to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr186 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price kr186 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Bracknell to Manchester buses use the Bracknell, Bus Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bracknell and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bracknell, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Bracknell, Bus Station.
Available at Bracknell, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bracknell, Bus Station: Bike Parking.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
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