How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bradford to Birmingham start at R 126. The average price for this route is around R 413. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Bradford to Birmingham is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bradford to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Flyer .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Birmingham at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham?

A bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bradford to Birmingham from R 132 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	14:25	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h 5m	18:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:25	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h 5m	18:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h 30m	20:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	13:15	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	13:15	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
	Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
	Bus	13:15	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Flyer + National Express	Bus	05:54	Keighley Road Oak Lane	6h 6m	12:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bradford to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 288, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

146 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 126 - R 1 751	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 288 - R 449	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Birmingham?

Stops in Bradford

A
Bradford Interchange
2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
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B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 835 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality, good service, and comfortable seats. The drivers were noted for being friendly and helpful, providing excellent driving experiences. However, some users mentioned difficulty in finding the terminal at Bradford and suggested updating the coaches to improve stability during travel.

National Express Bradford Birmingham recent customer reviews

The driver was good natured and helpful and knew his intimately on the route. I would highly recommend bringing in some new coaches as this one swayed a bit. Otherwise, magnificent!

Asad B.

14 August 2024

Worst, from Sheffield we were transferred to local taxi service by National Express for further travel to Birmingham.

Awais J.

15 July 2023

The drivers on both trips were very friendly, we had a great trip and the driving was excellent

Phill E.

30 April 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511 973 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Flyer

3.5/519 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi4.4

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bradford to Birmingham by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bradford to Birmingham start at R 126. The average price for this route is around R 413. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Bradford to Birmingham is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bradford to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Flyer.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Birmingham at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/01

R 757

08/01

R 535

Today

R 243

10/01

R 243

11/01

R 244

12/01

R 183

13/01

R 162

14/01

R 162

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Birmingham was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 162

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

You can expect to pay from R 162 to R 867 for a bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 162, which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually National Express 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.