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It takes an average of 6h 33m to travel from Cardiff Central to Bradford by train, over a distance of around 171 miles (275 km). There are normally 42 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Bradford and tickets for this journey start from £60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:47 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Bradford | |
| Journey time | From 4h 37m | |
| Distance | 171 miles (275 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Cardiff Central to Bradford by train
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Bradford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 33 minutes to travel from Cardiff Central to Bradford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 37 minutes though. You'll usually find 42 trains per day running along the 171 miles (275 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bradford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Bradford. 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 Cardiff Central to Bradford 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, as advance tickets start from £60.00.
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.
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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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.