The train between Cardiff and Bradford takes 4h 46m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Cardiff 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 5 times a week between Cardiff and Bradford. The service departs Cardiff at 9:45 AM in the morning, which arrives into Bradford at 14:31:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Leeds station via Leeds station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Cardiff to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Bradford is 274.7 km. The road distance is 338 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leeds once daily. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 4h 17m.