The average train between Lincoln and Bradford takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 3 hours between Lincoln and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Bradford station via Newark North Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Lincoln to Bradford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Bradford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Lincoln to Bradford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Lincoln and Bradford is 102.1 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Bradford Interchange via Newark North Gate and Leeds in around 2h 23m.