The average train between Bradford and Essex takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bradford to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Essex station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Bradford to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Bradford to Essex train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bradford and Essex is 268.6 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to White Notley via Leeds, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 49m.