4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Bradford
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Bradford will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester for Bradford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 135 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Bradford coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 Leicester | 3h05 | 18:35 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 22:55 Leicester | 6h20 | 05:15 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Bradford
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Buses from Leicester to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 135 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 135 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Leicester to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Bradford with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
When departing from Leicester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). When arriving in Bradford, you can end your route in coach stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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