The average train between Bradford and Wales takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Wales at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bradford to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Wales station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Bradford to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Bradford to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bradford and Wales is 213.3 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Cardiff Central via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 10m.