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Bradford to Melton Mowbray by train

First train

05:30

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Bradford

Arrival station

Melton Mowbray

Journey time

From 2h 46m

Distance

80 miles (129 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

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

How to travel from Bradford to Melton Mowbray by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray? Look no further.

You'll usually find 18 trains per day running between Bradford and Melton Mowbray, which usually take 3 hours 27 minutes to complete the 80 miles (129 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 46 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Melton Mowbray by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bradford to Melton Mowbray if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Melton Mowbray? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bradford to Melton Mowbray? 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 Melton Mowbray take?

The average journey time by train between Bradford and Melton Mowbray is 3 hours and 27 minutes, with around 18 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 Melton Mowbray by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray is 2 hours and 46 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray?

No, there are no direct train services from Bradford to Melton Mowbray. Travelling from Bradford to Melton Mowbray by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray leave?

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

What time does the last train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray leave?

The last train from Bradford to Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray by train?

Trains travelling from Bradford to Melton Mowbray cover a distance of around 80 miles (129 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Melton Mowbray 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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