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Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 285 km
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£99 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Bradford
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Trains from Basingstoke to Bradford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 4h 45m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 18:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke to Bradford trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and Bradford from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 39m
Cheapest Price
£214
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 6m
Cheapest Price
£256
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Basingstoke to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Basingstoke to Bradford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £99, while the average price tends to be around £99.
The train journey from Basingstoke to Bradford covers a distance of 285 km and takes approximately 4h 45m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Basingstoke to Bradford is 285 km.
The first train from Basingstoke to Bradford leaves at 0:26.
The last train from Basingstoke to Bradford departs at 18:35.
Trains from Basingstoke to Bradford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basingstoke to Bradford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basingstoke to Bradford.
To get from Basingstoke to Bradford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Basingstoke to Bradford.
The train station in Basingstoke that goes to Bradford is Basingstoke station (BSK), and it arrives at Bradford Interchange (BDI).
The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bradford is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Basingstoke to Bradford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Basingstoke to Bradford offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with particularly scenic stretches through the rolling hills and green landscapes of the Midlands. While not renowned as the most scenic route in the UK, it provides a pleasant and varied visual experience.
A day trip from Basingstoke to Bradford is not feasible as the travel time is 4h 45m. Trains run 5 times per day for a distance of 285 km.
To fully explore Bradford's cultural sites, museums, and nearby attractions, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Basingstoke to Bradford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Bradford
Basingstoke
Bradford
The major train station for departures in Basingstoke is Basingstoke. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basingstoke for your trip from Basingstoke to Bradford.
Amenities at train station
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Basingstoke
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
The major train station for arrivals in Bradford is Bradford Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bradford Interchange for your journey to Bradford from Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bradford Interchange
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bradford Forster Square
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
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