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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Bradford
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Bradford will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Nottingham for Bradford on Mon, Dec 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Nottingham to Bradford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Nottingham to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Bradford buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 · NX466 | 12:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 5:45 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
| NX465 | 3:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h40 | 6:15 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 2h15 | 11:10 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX132 | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h30 | 1:50 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 2h20 | 7:30 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Bradford
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Buses from Nottingham to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Nottingham to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Bradford with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St and Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your route in bus stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 m) 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Bradford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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