The average train between Cheltenham and Bradford takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Bradford at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Bradford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Cheltenham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Cheltenham to Bradford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Bradford is 211.7 km. The road distance is 268 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.