Birmingham to Bradford train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Bradford

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$121

Fastest journey

2 h 28 m

Average duration

2 h 37 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

146 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Bradford without transferring at least once.

CrossCountryC23204+LNERP00088+Northern Rail (3)Y02417
08:27AM2h48
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:15AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
$671One-way
2 transfers
CrossCountryC23650+Northern Rail (3)Y04536
08:03AM2h34
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:37AMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)
$1341One-way
1 transfer
CrossCountryC23204+Northern Rail (3)Y02199 · Y02417
08:27AM2h48
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:15AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
$1341One-way
2 transfers
CrossCountryC23652+Northern Rail (3)Y05334
09:03AM2h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:31AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
$1361One-way
1 transfer
CrossCountryC23650+Northern Rail (3)Y05358
08:03AM2h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:31AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
$1361One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Bradford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham 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 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 90 miles (146 km)

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Bus

€75

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

CrossCountry

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Bradford train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 8
Last updated at 3:09 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23650+northern_railY05358
On time
7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h28
9:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 transfer
cross_countryC23204+london_north_eastern_railwayP00088+northern_railY02417
On time
7:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h48
10:15 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23204+northern_railY02199 · Y02417
On time
7:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h48
10:15 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23652+northern_railY05334
On time
8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h28
10:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 transfer
cross_countryC23652+northern_railY05582
On time
8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h34
10:37 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Bradford?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Bradford is 14 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Bradford route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Bradford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Bradford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Bradford

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Trains from Birmingham to Bradford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)
Distance
90 miles (146 km)
Average train duration
2h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€24)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
05:33
Last train
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Bradford trains

Travel from Birmingham to Bradford from $61 (€48) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Birmingham to Bradford train information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 27 min
  • Cheapest Price: $61
  • CrossCountry frequency: 16 a day

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