The average train between Bristol and Bradford takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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 Bristol and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Bradford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Bristol to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Bristol to Bradford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Bradford is 266.2 km. The road distance is 339 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 29m.