Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

East Midlands Railway
Southeastern

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square

Trains to Bradford Forster Square from Headcorn

First train

20:44

Last train

22:43

Departure stationHeadcorn
Arrival stationBradford Forster Square
Journey time

From 10h 40m

Distance

208 miles (334 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink

Taking the train from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square in 10 hours 40 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 11 hours 11 minutes to travel the 208 miles (334 km) from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square by train, although you can get there in as little as 10 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Bradford Forster Square. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bradford Forster Square by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square?

Want to know more about your journey from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square? 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 Headcorn and Bradford Forster Square by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square is 10 hours and 40 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square?

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

How close is Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square by train?

Headcorn and Bradford Forster Square are around 208 miles (334 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 10 hours and 40 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square?

To travel from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 11 hours and 11 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 10 hours and 40 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square?

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

Train tickets from Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Headcorn to Bradford Forster Square is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link