Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
5 h 31 m
Buses on 07 Sept
15
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 15 buses from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI), including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
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NX561Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 274 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI):
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) costing on average £58.
A coach is £83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) costing on average £101.
Other travel options to Bradford Interchange (BDI) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Coach takes on average 4h 41m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £49. The journey takes 4h 41m versus 3h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX467 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h45 | 6:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h10 | 6:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 14:20 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h15 | 14:20 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX561 | 9:42 London, Baker Street Station | 6h48 | 16:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NX561 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 16:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX561 | 11:47 London, Baker Street Station | 7h03 | 18:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h30 | 19:30 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
NX561 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 18:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h55 | 19:30 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 22:30 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h10 | 22:30 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX467 | 22:01 London, Baker Street Station | 8h14 | 6:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
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Buses from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 274 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 274 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 7:30 |
Last bus 22:59 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) 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 Interchange (BDI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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