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Folkestone West to Bradford by train

First train

21:13

Last train

21:13

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Bradford

Journey time

From 10h 23m

Distance

224 miles (360 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

Travelling from Folkestone West to Bradford by train

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

On average, it takes around 10 hours 39 minutes to travel from Folkestone West to Bradford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 10 hours 23 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 224 miles (360 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Bradford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or Southeastern to get to Bradford – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Folkestone West 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!

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 Folkestone West to Bradford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Folkestone West and Bradford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Folkestone West to Bradford is 10 hours and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Folkestone West to Bradford?

No, there are no direct train services from Folkestone West to Bradford. Travelling from Folkestone West to Bradford by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Folkestone West to Bradford leave?

The first train from Folkestone West to Bradford leaves at 21:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Folkestone West to Bradford leave?

The last train from Folkestone West to Bradford leaves at 21:13. 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 Folkestone West and Bradford by train?

Trains travelling from Folkestone West to Bradford cover a distance of around 224 miles (360 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Folkestone West 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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