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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Bradford will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Accrington to Bradford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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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Trains from Accrington to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 53m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 23:17 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Bradford trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:18 Accrington | 1h05 | 9:23 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:11 Accrington | 0h56 | 10:07 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:06 Accrington | 0h56 | 11:02 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Accrington | 1h32 | 11:50 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:10 Accrington | 0h57 | 12:07 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:07 Accrington | 0h57 | 13:04 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:18 Accrington | 1h32 | 13:50 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:07 Accrington | 0h56 | 14:03 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:07 Accrington | 0h56 | 15:03 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Accrington | 1h33 | 15:51 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:07 Accrington | 0h56 | 16:03 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:07 Accrington | 0h57 | 17:04 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:28 Accrington | 1h22 | 17:50 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:07 Accrington | 0h58 | 18:05 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:07 Accrington | 0h56 | 19:03 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:27 Accrington | 1h23 | 19:50 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:07 Accrington | 0h57 | 20:04 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:07 Accrington | 0h56 | 21:03 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:27 Accrington | 1h25 | 21:52 Bradford | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:07 Accrington | 0h58 | 22:05 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:08 Accrington | 0h57 | 23:05 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:28 Accrington | 1h23 | 23:51 Bradford | 1 change | |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Bradford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Accrington to Bradford trains use the Accrington to Bradford Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Accrington and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Accrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Accrington.
Ticket office support is available at Accrington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Accrington: Parking, WC.
Available at Accrington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Accrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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