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Derby to Bradford trains

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The average train between Derby and Bradford takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

2h 7m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Derby to Leedstrain train Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Bradford Interchangetrain train Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
1h 46m
£36–54

Derby to Bradford train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited7h 36m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 47m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 46m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 47m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 46m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 45m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Bradford? 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.

Map of how to get from Derby to Bradford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 82.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Bradford, England?

You can take a train from Derby to Bradford Interchange via Leeds in around 1h 46m.

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