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It takes an average of 2h 55m to travel from Bradford to London by train, over a distance of around 172 miles (277 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Bradford to London and tickets for this journey start from £18 when you book in advance.
Travel from Bradford to London by train in 2 hours 29 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Bradford to London by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Bradford to London by train is 2 hours 53 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 29 minutes. You'll usually find 12 trains per day travelling the 172 miles (277 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to London. You'll probably be travelling with London North Eastern Railway to get to London, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Train travel is significantly better for the environment than other modes of transport, such as car and plane. In fact, you save 67% on CO2 emissions when you choose train over car*.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Bradford to London start from £16.50 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to London, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bradford to London?
Want to know more about your journey from Bradford to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bradford to London?
The price of train tickets from Bradford to London starts at £18 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.
Why should I travel by train from Bradford to London?
If you want to travel from Bradford to London, choose the more sustainable option - choose train!
Go green
Taking the train instead of driving lowers your CO2 impact by a whopping 67%.* Keep it simple, keep it low-carbon.
Save time & money
What's faster or cheaper than driving from Bradford to London? Ah yes, that'd be the train. Cheaper even without a Railcard, too. Win for you. Win for the planet.
Bikes on board
In the UK, you can take your bike on the train, for free! Cool, huh? And, thanks to our bike reservation feature, travelling with your bike has never been easier.
Travel in style
Unlike flying or driving, going by train means no extra luggage charges or parking costs. Plus, you step off the train, right into the city-centre. Aaaand relax.
* Calculations are based on CO2 / passenger km, comparing an average petrol car, using statistics and conversion factors published in the government’s greenhouse gas reporting conversion factors published 7 June 2023 and revised 28 June 2023. See here for more.
Between Bradford and London, 77% of journeys sold on Trainline from May 2022 to May 2023 were cheaper and faster by rail vs car.