4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Bradford
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Bradford will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds for Bradford on Sat, Dec 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest buses will take 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €2.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€4 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Leeds to Bradford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Live departures
Leeds to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Bradford buses for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 PM Leeds | 0h30 | 5:15 PM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Leeds | 0h30 | 8:00 PM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 PM Leeds | 0h30 | 10:45 PM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Bradford
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Buses from Leeds to Bradford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, First Bradford from Leeds to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Bradford with Megabus, National Express, First Bradford for as low as $2 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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First Bradford
FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Leeds, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Leeds, Coach Station and Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your trip in bus stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leeds to Bradford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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