How to travel from Birmingham to Bradford

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Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Bradford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł65 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł65, while a train costs an average of zł194.

Distance: 90 miles (146 km)

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Driving

zł65

Average price

Cheapest

zł194

Average price

zł209

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

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30m

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2h 55m

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Fastest

2h 25m

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2h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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National Express

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CrossCountry

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Bradford is a bus with an average price of zł65.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bradford:

A bus is zł129 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Bradford costing on average zł194.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Bradford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Bradford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Bradford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Bradford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł65 compared to roughly zł209 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł144. The journey takes 4h 6m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Travel options
from Birmingham to Bradford

How to get from Birmingham to Bradford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Birmingham to Bradford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 PM4h15
    Birmingham
    7:30 PMBradford, Interchange Station
    861One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 PM4h15
    Birmingham
    7:30 PMBradford, Interchange Station
    861One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00725+Northern RailG89264
    7:03 PM2h27
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    9:30 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    4911One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryG01056+Northern RailL89542
    7:03 AM2h45
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    9:48 AMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    3991One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01079+Northern RailL89614
    4:03 PM2h45
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    6:48 PMBradford Interchange (BDI)
    4481One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG66514+Northern RailG89529 · C32558 · C32400
    7:09 PM3h14
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    10:23 PMBradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    4481One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM4h45
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    7:30 PMBradford, Interchange Station
    881One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX131
    3:30 PM3h35
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    7:05 PMBradford, Nelson Street N2
    971One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX131
    5:30 PM3h40
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    9:10 PMBradford, Nelson Street N2
    971One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Birmingham to Bradford

Travel to Bradford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Bradford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Bradford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Bradford is a bus with an average price of zł65.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bradford:

A bus is zł129 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Bradford costing on average zł194.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Bradford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Bradford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

The distance from Birmingham to Bradford is approximately 90 miles (146 km).
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Bradford is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Bradford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Bradford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Bradford Interchange (BDI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Coach Station and arrive in Bradford, Nelson Street N2.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Bradford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country to go to Bradford by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Bradford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Bradford:
  • 5 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Bradford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Leeds, Stockport, Sheffield. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bradford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bradford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Bradford's rich cultural heritage, museums, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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