The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Bradford
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Bradford will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Cambridge to Bradford you need to make at least 2 changes.
NX727 · NX737 · NX56105:4510h35Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)16:20Bradford, Nelson Street N2£611One-way2 changes
NX727 · NX737 · NX56105:4510h35Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)16:20Bradford, Nelson Street N2£611One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, and a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 217 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Bradford coaches for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:45 Cambridge | 6h35 | 16:20 Bradford | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 31 March | |||||
NX727 · NX737 · NX561 | On time 04:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 10h35 | 15:20 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Bradford
Buses from Cambridge to Bradford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £31 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cambridge to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Bradford with FlixBus for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Bradford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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