The average train between Bradford and Ludlow takes 5h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Bradford to Ludlow. 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 3 times a day between Bradford and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 28m • 2 changes

3h 10m • 2 changes

3h 14m • 2 changes

3h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bradford to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Ludlow station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.
Bradford to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Bradford to Ludlow train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bradford and Ludlow is 171.2 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Ludlow via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 32m.