Train from London to Bradford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Bradford on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
Bradford InterchangeCheapest
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
Low MoorFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
Bradford Forster SquareNo tags
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
Bradford InterchangeNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
Bradford Forster SquareNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:41 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Bradford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
172 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£6 - £60Average duration6h 45m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£23 - £331Average duration2h 49m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£13 - £44Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Bradford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Bradford?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Bradford start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Bradford?

    The average train journey time from London to Bradford is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Grand Central.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Bradford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bradford?

    The earliest train from London to Bradford departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from London to Bradford?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Bradford?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Bradford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Bradford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£128
11/12
£80
Today
£36
13/12
£44
14/12
£53
15/12
£53
16/12
£69
17/12
£68
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Bradford was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Bradford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £36 to £319 for a train ticket from London to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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