The average train between Carlisle and Bradford takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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 every 4 hours between Carlisle and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Bradford at 10:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Bradford station via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Carlisle to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
Book your Carlisle to Bradford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Carlisle and Bradford is 144.6 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 26m.