- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 25 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 $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 27 buses that leave Bradford for London on Tue, Aug 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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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NX561Buses from Bradford to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 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 |
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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Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 6h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX465 · NX032 · NX032 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 12h15 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX032 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 12h15 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX465 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 6h50 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX444 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h20 | 9:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX465 · NX032 · NX444 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h20 | 9:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h56 | 6:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
NX466 · NX035 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 8h00 | 8:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX466 · NX025 · NX032 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h55 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX466 · NX030 · NX032 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h55 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX466 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h00 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX466 · NX030 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 8h00 | 8:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX561 · NX025 · NX032 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h20 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX032 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h20 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h45 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX025 · NX035 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h20 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX035 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h20 | 4:25 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h05 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h30 | 6:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
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 · NX032 · 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 · NX035 · NX032 | 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 10h10 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
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.

Most Bradford to London buses use the Bradford, Interchange Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Bradford and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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