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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 on Oct 30
$9
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$14
Fastest journey on Oct 30
53 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
54 m
Trains on Oct 30
26
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 $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 26 trains from Bradford to Manchester, including 26 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 55 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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Trains from Bradford to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $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 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $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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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bradford to Manchester.
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Manchester trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G88998+ C24623 | On time 5:08 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h29 | 6:37 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89001 · L89280 | 5:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h32 | 6:51 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89130+ G15867 | Delayed 5:24 PM 5:21 PMBradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h29 | 6:50 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89082 | 6:05 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 7:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89003+ C03192 | 6:08 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h30 | 7:38 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89005 · L89284 | 6:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h31 | 7:50 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89249 | 6:36 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h53 | 7:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89100 | On time 7:03 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 8:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89253 | 7:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 8:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89089 | 8:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 9:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89257 | 8:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 9:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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G89080 | On time 8:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 9:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89202 | On time 8:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h54 | 9:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89084 | On time 9:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 10:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89206 | On time 9:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 10:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89086 | On time 10:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 11:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89212 | On time 10:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 11:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89092 | On time 11:04 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 12:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89217 | On time 11:34 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1h00 | 12:34 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89095 | On time 12:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 1:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C31733 | On time 12:33 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 1:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89098 | On time 1:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h57 | 2:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89225 | On time 1:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h55 | 2:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89102 | On time 2:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 3:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89230 | On time 2:34 PM Bradford 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 | |
G89078 | On time 5:04 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0h58 | 6:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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