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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bradford is to bus via M&S which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bradford is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bradford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bradford. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Little Germany X via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Bradford?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bradford Interchange via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bradford?

The distance between Leicester and Bradford is 112 miles. The road distance is 100.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Bradford without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Leicester to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bradford bus from?

Leicester to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bradford train from?

Leicester to Bradford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Bradford?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bradford is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Leicester to Bradford bus arrive?

Leicester to Bradford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Bradford train arrive?

Leicester to Bradford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bradford is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Leicester to Bradford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bradford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 25m
£51–86
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus X6
3h 58m
£13–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
3h 57m
£19–45
Drive 99.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Bradfordcar 99.9 mi
1h 55m
£25–36

Leicester to Bradford by train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.6 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Bradford Interchange via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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