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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.
G89218+
A2940711:35 AM1h15Bradford Interchange (BDI)12:50 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer- G89214+A2940810:35 AM1h14Bradford Interchange (BDI)11:49 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer
- G89208+A293809:35 AM1h15Bradford Interchange (BDI)10:50 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer
- G89214+A2940810:35 AM1h14Bradford Interchange (BDI)11:49 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer
- G89218+A2940711:35 AM1h15Bradford Interchange (BDI)12:50 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer
- G89208+A293809:35 AM1h15Bradford Interchange (BDI)10:50 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.60 (€-3.76). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89230+A29161 | Delayed 1:35 PM 2:34 PMBradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h15 | 3:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89235+A29160 | On time 3:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h15 | 4:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| G89208+A29380 | 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h15 | 10:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89214+A29408 | 10:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h14 | 11:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89218+A29407 | 11:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h15 | 12:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Frizinghall from Bradford city centre
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall train station facilities and services
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frizinghall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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