What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bradford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bradford is to bus which costs £14 - £55 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bradford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bradford is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Bradford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Nelson Street N2. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Bradford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bradford Interchange via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Bradford?

The distance between Birmingham and Bradford is 122 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Bradford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bradford without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Bradford?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Birmingham to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bradford bus from?

Birmingham to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bradford train from?

Birmingham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Bradford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bradford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £55 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Birmingham to Bradford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Nelson Street N2 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Bradford train arrive?

Birmingham to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Bradford is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Birmingham to Bradford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Bradford?

Book your Birmingham to Bradford train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford?

Book your Birmingham to Bradford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bradford?

There are 2585+ hotels available in Bradford.

Birmingham to Bradford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Bradford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 27m
£65–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Nelson Street N2bus 131
3h 40m
£14–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
3h 16m
£25–45
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Bradfordcar 115.4 mi
2h 15m
£28–41

Birmingham to Bradford by train

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Nelson Street N2 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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