The average train between Oxford and Bradford takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford 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 Oxford and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 7:11 PM which arrives into Bradford at 11:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Bradford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Oxford to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Oxford to Bradford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oxford and Bradford is 229.5 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Bradford Interchange via Sheffield and Leeds in around 3h 30m.