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National Science and Media Museum
National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bradford will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 12 buses that leave London for Bradford every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 277 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 to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 277 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £116 Average Price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Bradford coaches for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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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 | |
NX032 · NX444 · NX561 | 10:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 8h30 | 18:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 2 changes | |
NX561 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 16:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 7h25 | 6:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
NX467 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h45 | 6:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h26 | 6:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London to Bradford run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 277 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 277 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Bradford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bradford trip today.
National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.
Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.
Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.
Planned Victorian village of stone terraces, mill buildings and riverside paths. Excellent for architecture, walking and a feel for Bradford’s industrial heritage.
Historic quarter of grand nineteenth-century warehouses and cobbled streets. Best explored on foot for architecture, details and quieter city-centre views.
Central public square beside City Hall and the museum, used for events and framed by key civic buildings. A practical starting point for sightseeing.
A long-standing Bradford takeaway staple: curried lamb or chicken served with chips. It reflects the city’s South Asian heritage and late-night food culture.
Slow-cooked meat curry, often lamb or chicken, served with roti or naan. Bradford is famous for Kashmiri and Pakistani styles shaped by its communities.
Minced lamb or chicken grilled on skewers in tandoori spices. A classic at Bradford curry houses and a favourite for its smoky flavour.
Stylish restaurant in Saltaire serving polished British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart yet relaxed dining room.
Long-established local favourite for Punjabi and Kashmiri curries, kebabs and tandoori dishes in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
Popular Bradford curry house known for Kashmiri-influenced dishes, grilled meats and a busy, welcoming atmosphere near the city centre.
Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Buses from London to Bradford are operated by National Express coaches who provide a choice of 12 direct services a day. The first coach departs London early morning with the rest leaving at approximately two-hourly intervals until late evening. Journey time on buses from London to Bradford is approximately 5-6 hours.
Coach services for London to Bradford depart from London Victoria Coach Station. Located right next to London Victoria Rail and Underground stations in southwest London, it's easy to reach the coach terminus via tube, rail or bus followed by a short walk. Journey time via tube from Central London is less than 15 minutes with tubes running from 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Outside of these times travelers can board a number of night buses which terminate at London Victoria.
The historic city of Bradford lends much of it's magnificence to its heritage as the Wool Capital of the World, becoming prominent during the industrial revolution. Historical buildings of note include much of the Victorian town centre such as the Italianate City Hall as well as a number of medieval buildings. Today Bradford is a cosmopolitan city that's more famous for film production than wool, earning its title of UNESCO City of Film in 2009. Coaches from London arrive at Bradford Interchange which is located at the very heart of the city centre. The interchange is the city's main transport hub for bus, rail and coach services, making it an easy place to find onward travel from. Bus and rail services cease operating around 11:00 p.m. and after this time passengers will find a choice of taxis stationed at the interchange for onward travel.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Bradford buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bradford, Interchange Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bradford, Interchange Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small café and fast-food outlet are available.
Free public Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available next to the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford, Interchange Station.
Available at Bradford, Interchange Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford, Interchange Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
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