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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bradford
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
60
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bradford will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 60 trains that leave London for Bradford on Fri, Jun 19, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
C02085+
C328915:40 AM2h57London Kings Cross (KGX)8:37 AMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)$401One-way1 transfer- G08131+C329474:03 PM3h05London Kings Cross (KGX)7:08 PMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)$431One-way1 transfer
- C02098+C323945:39 PM2h51London Kings Cross (KGX)8:30 PMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)$471One-way1 transfer
- G08076+C328986:00 AM3h07London Kings Cross (KGX)9:07 AMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)$521One-way1 transfer
- C02169+C33200 · C323348:40 AM3h13London Kings Cross (KGX)11:53 AMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)$521One-way2 transfers
- C02121+G8898411:40 AM2h36London Kings Cross (KGX)2:16 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)$1151One-way1 transfer
- C02082+G8899012:40 PM2h36London Kings Cross (KGX)3:16 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)$1151One-way1 transfer
- C02135+G889749:40 AM2h36London Kings Cross (KGX)12:16 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)$1151One-way1 transfer
- C02083+G889657:39 AM2h37London Kings Cross (KGX)10:16 AMBradford Interchange (BDI)$1151One-way1 transfer
- C02098+G890155:39 PM2h37London Kings Cross (KGX)8:16 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)$1151One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 London to Bradford:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bradford costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $191 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Bradford costing on average $217 (€178).
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 57m.
Train takes on average 3h 58m.
The journey is about 31m faster (3h 58m by train vs 4h 29m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($85 (€69) vs $90 (€73)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bradford trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02085+G89202 | On time 5:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h52 | 8:32 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08076+G89084 | On time 6:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h00 | 9:00 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02149+G89206 | 6:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 9:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02087+G89086 | 7:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 10:01 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02083 | 7:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h42 | 10:21 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02083+G88965 | 7:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h37 | 10:16 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08084+C32914 | 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 11:07 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 transfer | |
| G08084+G89092 | 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 11:00 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02169+G89217 | 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 11:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02169+C33200 · C32334 | 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h13 | 11:53 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 transfers | |
| G08088+G89095 | 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 12:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02135+G88974 | 9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 12:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02135 | 9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 12:21 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08095+G89098 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 1:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02071+G89225 | 10:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 1:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02071+C32925 | 10:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 1:37 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 transfer | |
| G08100+G89102 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 2:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
 Y14834 | 11:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h06 | 2:23 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02121 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h42 | 2:22 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02121+G88984 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 2:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08106+G89105 | 12:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 3:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08106+C32931 | 12:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 3:07 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 transfer | |
| C02082+G88990 | 12:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 3:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02082+C08805 · C32363 | 12:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h13 | 3:53 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 transfers | |
| G08112+G89075 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 4:01 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| Y14836 | 1:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h06 | 4:23 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08131+G89100 | 4:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 7:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08131+C32947 | 4:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h05 | 7:08 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 transfer | |
| Y14838 | 4:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 7:36 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80147+ G15847 · C24444+G89143 | 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h45 | 10:18 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 transfers | |
| C02020+G89009 | 4:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h37 | 7:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G15847 · C24444+G89143+Y14857 | 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h18 | 10:18 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 transfers | |
| G08135+G89089 | 5:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h52 | 8:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02098+G89015 | 5:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h37 | 8:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02098 | 5:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h45 | 8:24 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02128+G89278 | 6:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h58 | 9:01 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02132+G89263 | 6:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h52 | 9:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08149+G89283 | 7:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h54 | 10:02 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
 W33936+G89259 | 7:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h38 | 10:51 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02112 | 7:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h49 | 10:29 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02112+G89267 | 7:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 10:30 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C00195 | 8:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 10:57 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08153+G89290 | 8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h51 | 11:00 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| G08153+C33279 · C32405 | 8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h14 | 11:23 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 transfers | |
| G08153+C32564 · C32405 | 8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h14 | 11:23 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 transfers | |
| C02124+L89674 | 8:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h08 | 11:48 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02022+C31729 | On time 11:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h58 | 5:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02022+C32438 · C32296 | On time 11:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h49 | 6:22 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Bradford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Bradford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from London to Bradford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between London and Bradford from $15 (€12). 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 London to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Bradford
Most London to Bradford trains use the London Kings Cross to Bradford Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Use this guide to compare London and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bradford station do trains from London arrive at?
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.
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