The average train between Birmingham and Bradford takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham 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.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Bradford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Birmingham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Birmingham to Bradford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham and Bradford is 146.3 km. The road distance is 196 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 59m.