Train travel to Bradford Forster Square guide

As of 19th May, LNER will operate a brand new direct train service between Bradford Forster Square and London Kings Cross from only £30.60. This expansion will also see the introduction of an all-new platform at Forster Square station, meaning it’s never been easier to visit from the capital!

Expect five additional services per day, 232% more seats, and a healthy boost to Bradford’s economy to follow, with an estimated £4 million a year and a CoC partnership helping the 2025 City of Culture become even greater.

You can expect Standard Class ticket prices around £30.60 to £38.60 (with a family offering for trains between Bradford Forster Square and London Kings Cross around £60.50 to be implemented soon), and First Class tickets around £90.20 each way.

That’s not all! LNER are looking to celebrate Bradford even further with the launch of the new Routes podcast featuring local legend Dynamo, a series of special perks bespoke to Bradford, and a subtle nod to BCoC with a curry available onboard from May.

Which train companies run trains to Bradford Forster Square?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Bradford Forster Square provided by the following: Northern and LNER. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Bradford Forster Square's opening hours?

For Bradford Forster Square, the first train typically departs at 0:11 and the final train departs at 23:54, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Bradford Forster Square

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Bradford Forster Square's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Bradford Forster Square?

Some of the key routes to Bradford Forster Square include trains to and from Leeds, Keighley, London, Shipley (Yorks) and London Kings Cross. You can also typically expect frequent bus routes and taxis for further travel from Bradford Forster Square. Be sure to use our train finder for your upcoming journey.

Bradford Forster Square live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Bradford Forster Square, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Bradford Forster Square to Leeds22:132Northern
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Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley22:381Northern
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Bradford Forster Square to Skipton22:483Northern
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Bradford Forster Square to Leeds23:152Northern
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TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Leeds to Bradford Forster Square21:420BNorthern
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Skipton to Bradford Forster Square21:401Northern
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London Kings Cross to Bradford Forster Square20:006LNER
Delayed
Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square21:511Northern
On time
Leeds to Bradford Forster Square22:411CNorthern
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Station Details

Address

Bradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Thursday and Saturday open from 06:10:00 until 19:00:00

Friday open from 06:10:00 until 20:00:00

Sunday open from 08:45:00 until 18:00:00

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Accessible Booking Office counter

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