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National Science and Media Museum
World-leading museum of photography, film and television with major galleries, exhibitions, and IMAX. One of Bradford’s essential cultural visits.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bradford will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 10 buses from Birmingham to Bradford, including 7 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
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Buses from Birmingham to Bradford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Bradford.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bradford buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX131 | 6:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 10:00 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 4h10 | 11:10 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 · NX172 | 7:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:45 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
NX131 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 1:05 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 · NX172 | 1:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 5:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Birmingham | 4h15 | 7:30 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 3:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 7:05 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 5:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h40 | 9:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 · NX172 | 9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 1:15 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
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World-leading museum of photography, film and television with major galleries, exhibitions, and IMAX. One of Bradford’s essential cultural visits.
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Art gallery and civic museum in Lister Park, known for Bradford collections and David Hockney works. A strong introduction to local culture and art.
UNESCO World Heritage village of grand mills, workers’ housing, and riverside walks. Bradford’s most celebrated historic district and a must-see area.
Elegant quarter of Victorian warehouses and merchant buildings. Great for architecture walks and understanding Bradford’s commercial golden age.
Large Victorian park with boating lake, formal gardens, and space for events. A favorite local green escape paired well with Cartwright Hall.
A rich slow-cooked lamb or mutton curry linked to Bradford's South Asian heritage and famous curry-house culture.
A fragrant rice dish layered with spiced meat or vegetables, widely enjoyed in Bradford's Pakistani and Indian communities.
A crisp semolina and syrup sweet popular in Bradford's Asian sweet shops, especially for celebrations and family gatherings.
Refined dining room in the city centre offering modern British tasting menus and polished service for a special meal.
Celebrated Kashmiri restaurant known for authentic curries in a simple, bustling setting. A Bradford institution.
Well-known for grilled meats, curries and generous portions in a casual setting loved by Bradford locals.
Budget-friendly for UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs than London, Manchester, or Edinburgh.
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Most Birmingham to Bradford buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Bradford, Interchange Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Bradford, Interchange Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small café and fast-food outlet are available.
Free public Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available next to the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford, Interchange Station.
Available at Bradford, Interchange Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford, Interchange Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
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