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

The cheapest way to get from London to Bradford is to bus via Leeds City Bus Station which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Bradford is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 39m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between London and Bradford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Nelson Street N2. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between London and Bradford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from London to Bradford?

The distance between London and Bradford is 195 miles. The road distance is 197.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Bradford without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 39m and costs £65 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from London to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Bradford bus from?

London to Bradford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Bradford train from?

London to Bradford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from London to Bradford?

The best way to get from London to Bradford is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 39m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds City Bus Station, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the London to Bradford bus arrive?

London to Bradford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the London to Bradford train arrive?

London to Bradford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from London to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Bradford is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from London to Bradford.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Bradford?

There are 2563+ hotels available in Bradford.

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There are 7 ways to get from London to Bradford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 39m
£66–92
Bus via Leeds City Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
5h 20m
£23–35
Drive 196.4 mi
1. Drive from London to Bradfordcar 196.4 mi
3h 37m
£49–71
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain
4h 25m
£82–293
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Bradford Forster Squaretrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square
2h 40m
£55–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Nelson Street N2bus 561 / ...
5h 50m
£23–50
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Nelson Street N2bus 561
5h 56m
£30–53

London to Bradford by train

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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