- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to London will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 27 buses that leave Bradford for London on Sat, Jun 20, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $244 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to London:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to London costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $218 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bradford to London costing on average $244 (€200).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $115 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $89 (€73). The journey takes 4h 42m versus 4h 4m 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 National Express, FlixBus, 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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h55 | 10:55 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h25 | 10:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX035 · NX032 | 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h10 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 | 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h00 | 11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX032 · NX032 | 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h10 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX032 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 11h15 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX030 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h30 | 8:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX465 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 6h50 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX465 · NX032 · NX032 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 11h15 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h31 | 6:30 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h56 | 6:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h56 | 6:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
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NX466 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h00 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX466 · NX032 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h55 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX466 · NX032 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h35 | 7:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX561 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h15 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX032 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h40 | 2:45 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX032 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h50 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX035 · NX401 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h50 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX401 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h50 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h00 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h25 | 1:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | 1:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h40 | 6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX035 · NX032 | 1:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 8h20 | 9:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX401 · NX032 | 1:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 8h20 | 9:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h30 | 6:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h05 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bradford to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The two major cities of Bradford and London are connected by buses which are operated by National Express. Journeys take approximately 5 hours 10 minutes at their fastest, while some journeys are closer to 6.5 hours. The frequency of buses from Bradford to London is good, with the earliest service of the day departing shortly after 4:00 a.m. and the final bus leaves just before midnight. In between these times, buses depart from Bradford every couple of hours and sometimes more frequently. Buses are less frequent in the evenings after the rush hour period has ended. Many buses are direct and, if there is a change, it is usually in Leeds.
Coaches to London depart from Bradford Interchange. Bradford Interchange is the city's main train and bus terminus and is located to the southeast of the city centre, close to Bradford City Park. The Interchange is a 10-minute walk from the very centre of the city. Most buses in Bradford terminate or pass through Bradford Interchange which is the city's main bus station. Buses services terminate before midnight and after this its possible to get a cab from central Bradford which takes approximately five minutes to drive to the Interchange.
London is characterized by its range of historical buildings such as the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral, which stand proudly next to modern masterpieces including the London Eye, the Gherkin and the Shard. All coaches to London terminate at London Victoria Coach Station which is located to the south-west of central London. From Victoria Coach Station, travelers can make the short five-minute walk to Victoria Underground Station where they can join the Circle, District or Victoria Line to complete their journey to central London. Journey time to the West End is approximately five minutes via the underground whilst the City of London is about a ten-minute journey. subways stop running at approximately 1:00 a.m. on weekdays but night bus services run all over London from Victoria throughout the night.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to London by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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