Bradford to London train
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Train schedule from Bradford to London
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Fastest train times from Bradford to London
Fastest Journey
2 h 31 m
Average
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
277 km
Of the 11 trains that leave Bradford for London every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Bradford to London
 | Distance | 171 miles (276 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 36 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $42 (€40) |
 | Train frequency | 26 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Grand Central Trains or Cross Country |
Trains from Bradford to London cover the 171 miles (276 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 36 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Grand Central Trains or Cross Country. Normally, there are 26 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $24 (€23), but the average price of train tickets is $42 (€40). Travelers depart most frequently from Bradford Interchange and arrive in London Victoria.
Train companies: Thameslink, Grand Central Trains and Northern Rail (3) from Bradford to London trains
For as little as $24 (€23) you can travel by train to London from Bradford with Thameslink, Grand Central Trains and Northern Rail (3). Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
Enjoy a smooth and easy trip to London from Bradford with Thameslink! As an official travel partner of Thameslink, Omio can help you search current train schedules and timetables from Thameslink, compare the best routes from Bradford to London as well as the class fares available for this route (including information on baggage allowance and amenities provided onboard), and buy the most affordable Thameslink Bradford to London train ticket available today. If you search for Thameslink tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless rather than needing to wait in a line at the train station in person to purchase tickets. Once you find your ideal route, book your one-way train between Bradford and London on Omio or in the Omio app in just a few simple steps. You can then sit back and enjoy the 171 miles (276 km) route between Bradford and London with ease and comfort on a train with Thameslink.
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Train information from Bradford to London with Northern Rail (3):
- Average Duration: 2 h 57 min
- Northern Rail (3) frequency: 22 a day
If you’re looking for a smooth and easy train from Bradford to London, check Omio for Grand Central Trains trains offering this trip. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to take for this 171 miles (276 km) route from Bradford to London, Omio makes it easier than ever to find Grand Central Trains trains at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book train tickets online. Check the current Grand Central Trains train schedules for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Bradford and London as well as relevant ticket information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), and book your Grand Central Trains train on Omio. If you search for trains from Bradford to London in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the Grand Central Trains tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. With prices for Grand Central Trains trains between Bradford and London starting at $24 (€23), buy your official Grand Central Trains tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!
Trains from Bradford to London: Journey Details
When traveling from Bradford to London, the most sensible route is to take the Northern Rail service from Bradford Interchange to Leeds station, and from there, board the Virgin train to Kings Cross. During the week (and assuming no engineering works are ongoing) the first train takes 15 minutes and the main service 2.25 hours. Trains from Bradford to London do not run directly but the service tends to be efficient, comfortable and straightforward; there are at least three trains per hour from Leeds to London. During the week, first trains from Bradford leave just before 06.00 a.m. arriving in the Capital just before 09.00. Last trains depart around 08.00 arriving just after 11.00 p.m. Weekend services are fewer but follow the same route and time structure. Peak time trains may be subject to a premium unless tickets have been booked in advance.
Taking the Train from Bradford
Bradford Interchange is located just outside the town centre with good local transport links. There is also a bus service to Leeds should travelers prefer this mode of transport on the first leg. Services run through the night but connections do become problematic after 10.30 p.m.
Getting into London by Train
Passengers disembarking at Kings Cross will find themselves close to the cultural and business quarters of London. The underground network is well connected from here allowing customers to make onward journeys to anywhere else in the Capital within 45 minutes. Buses and cabs operate in London 24 hours a day with a reduced frequency. There are a number of convenient hotels very close to the station, visitors can rest assured that the historically seedy nature of Kings Cross no longer applies; it is family friendly and safe.
Travel Tips: Trains from Bradford to London
There are a few train stations in Bradford to start your trip from including Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square. In London you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Bradford Interchange and arrive in London Victoria.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Bradford Interchange and travel around 0.3 miles (460 m) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at London Victoria and need to travel approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from the train station to the city center in London.
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