Trains from Manchester to Bradford from £3.70*

Trains from Manchester to Bradford from £3.70*

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Manchester to Bradford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Bradford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.70, with average prices for this route around £3.70. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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02:50
Manchester Victoria
05:31
Bradford Interchange
2h 41m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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04:22
Manchester Piccadilly
06:30
Bradford Interchange
2h 8m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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05:00
Manchester Victoria
06:50
Bradford Interchange
1h 50m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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05:51
Manchester Victoria
06:58
Bradford Interchange
1h 7m, DirectNorthern
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06:00
Manchester Victoria
07:13
Bradford Interchange
1h 13m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:30
Manchester Victoria
07:33
Paris
1h 3m, DirectNorthern
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Manchester to Bradford train route details

The Manchester to Bradford train ticket is £3.70. The average travel time is 52m, covering a distance of approximately 30 miles. There are usually 55 daily trains provided by Northern,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
02:50
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
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Arrival station
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52m
Distance
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30 miles
Price
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£3.70*

Manchester to Bradford train travel guide

Manchester to Bradford train travel guide

Arriving in Bradford

Trains running from Manchester to Bradford will typically depart from Manchester Victoria and arrive at Bradford Interchange. The journey takes around 52m.

Book the cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bradford

Let's save unnecessary costs when travelling from Manchester to Bradford by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How to make your journey from Manchester to Bradford cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Travelling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Manchester to Bradford usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Bradford. You can choose the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

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