The average train between Dover and Bradford takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Bradford at 11:12 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Bradford station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Dover to Bradford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Bradford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Dover to Bradford train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Dover and Bradford is 362 km. The road distance is 436 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bradford Interchange via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 8m.