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The average train between Wales and Bradford takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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.

5h 18m
Duration
209 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Manchester

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain train Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
4h 46m
£72–118

Wales to Bradford train times

Trains run hourly between Wales and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Wales is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Bradford at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 56m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited5h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Bradford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 209.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Wales and Bradford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bradford Interchange via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 46m.

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