The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Bradford
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Bradford will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Bradford on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Bradford trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:44 AM Preston | 1h22 | 11:06 AM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 4:44 AM Preston | 1h21 | 6:05 AM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Preston | 1h59 | 9:50 AM Bradford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Bradford
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 22:39 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston to Bradford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston and Bradford from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Trains from Preston to Bradford

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Bradford
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off by the car park entrance on Frizinghall Road
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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