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It takes an average of 4h 21m to travel from Birmingham to Bradford by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (146 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Bradford and tickets for this journey start from £28.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:25 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Bradford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (146 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £28.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Birmingham to Bradford in 2 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham to Bradford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 21 minutes to travel the 91 miles (146 km) from Birmingham to Bradford by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 68 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to Bradford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Birmingham to Bradford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £28.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bradford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Bradford?
The price of train tickets from Birmingham to Bradford starts at £28.40 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.