Kilwinning to Bradford by train
| First train | 04:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:27 | |
| Departure station | Kilwinning | |
| Arrival station | Bradford | |
| Journey time | From 4h 50m | |
| Distance | 174 miles (280 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Taking the train from Kilwinning to Bradford in 4 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Kilwinning to Bradford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 21 minutes to travel the 174 miles (280 km) from Kilwinning to Bradford by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to Bradford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Kilwinning to Bradford 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 by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Kilwinning to Bradford
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Consider a Season Ticket
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