The average train between Bradford and Airdrie takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Airdrie. 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 Bradford and Airdrie. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Airdrie at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bradford to Airdrie? 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 train from Bradford to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Airdrie station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Bradford to Airdrie train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Airdrie train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Airdrie station.
Book your Bradford to Airdrie train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Bradford and Airdrie is 271 km. The road distance is 434 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Airdrie via Leeds and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 19m.