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Bradford to Kempston Hardwick by train

First train

05:30

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Bradford

Arrival station

Kempston Hardwick

Journey time

From 4h 9m

Distance

129 miles (207 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

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

Travelling from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick by train

Looking to travel from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 18 minutes to travel from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 9 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 129 miles (207 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Kempston Hardwick, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to get to Kempston Hardwick. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick take?

The average journey time by train between Bradford and Kempston Hardwick is 5 hours and 18 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bradford and Kempston Hardwick by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick is 4 hours and 9 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick?

No, there are no direct train services from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick. Travelling from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick leave?

The first train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick leaves at 05:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick leave?

The last train from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick leaves at 23:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bradford and Kempston Hardwick by train?

Trains travelling from Bradford to Kempston Hardwick cover a distance of around 129 miles (207 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Kempston Hardwick to Bradford.

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† 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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