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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Manchester will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 11 trains that leave Bradford for Manchester on Sat, Aug 01, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
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G89093Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Manchester 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 8m. 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 bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to Manchester:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to Manchester costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 1h 8m versus 1h 3m 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Manchester trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G89230 | Delayed 1:35 PM 2:34 PMBradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 3:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89105 | On time 3:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 4:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89235 | On time 3:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 4:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89075 | On time 4:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 5:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89239 | On time 4:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 5:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89080 | 8:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 9:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89202 | 8:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h54 | 9:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89084 | 9:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 10:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89207 | 9:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h56 | 10:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89087 | 10:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 11:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89213 | 10:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 11:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89093 | 11:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 12:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89217 | 11:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h00 | 12:34 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89095 | 12:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 1:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C31733 | 12:33 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 1:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89098 | 1:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 2:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bradford to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bradford to Manchester trains use the Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
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.
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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