The average bus between Leicester and Bradford takes 4h 32m and the fastest bus takes 3h 23m. The bus service runs several times per day from Leicester to Bradford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Leicester and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 8:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Bradford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Bradford station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Leicester to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.
Leicester to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.
Book your Leicester to Bradford bus tickets online with National Express and First Bradford.
The distance between Leicester and Bradford is 134.9 km. The road distance is 175 km.
National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 15m.