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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square

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Trains to Bradford Forster Square from Birmingham New Street

First train

05:03

Last train

00:55

Departure stationBirmingham New Street
Arrival stationBradford Forster Square
Journey time

From 2h 25m

Distance

91 miles (147 km)

Frequency

53 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square?

Check out the next trains departing from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square for Tuesday 10th November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:0315:372h 34m, 1 change
13:2816:212h 53m, 1 change
14:0316:532h 50m, 2 changes
14:0317:073h 4m, 1 change
14:2817:232h 55m, 3 changes
14:2817:353h 7m, 2 changes
15:0317:522h 49m, 2 changes
15:0318:043h 1m, 1 change
15:0718:393h 32m, 2 changes
15:0918:213h 12m, 3 changes

Trains to Bradford Forster Square from Birmingham New Street

Want to travel from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 4 hours 30 minutes to travel from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square by train. You'll find on average 53 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Bradford Forster Square by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and East Midlands Railway.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square?

Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Bradford Forster Square from Birmingham New Street?

To travel to Bradford Forster Square from Birmingham New Street, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 25 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square?

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square take an average of 4 hours and 30 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 25 minutes. You'll usually find 53 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Birmingham New Street and Bradford Forster Square by train?

The quickest journey time between Birmingham New Street and Bradford Forster Square by train is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square?

No, there are no direct trains running from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Birmingham New Street to Bradford Forster Square is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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