- Must visit
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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Bradford
Showing times and prices for 26 Aug
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
272 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Bradford will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Bath 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 trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.
8:445h23Bath14:07Bradford£1071One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bath to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bath to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 272 km
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5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bath to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Bradford trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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 | 11:46 Bath | 5h02 | 16:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bath to Bradford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Bradford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 4h 41m.
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 £19
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 £19
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Bradford trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Bradford from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£214
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Bradford
Things to do in Bradford
Discover the best of Bradford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bradford trip today.
- Must visit
Hockney Gallery at Salts Mill
Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.
- Recommended
Impressions Gallery
Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.
- Must visit
Saltaire
Planned Victorian village of stone terraces, mill buildings and riverside paths. Excellent for architecture, walking and a feel for Bradford’s industrial heritage.
- Recommended
Little Germany
Historic quarter of grand nineteenth-century warehouses and cobbled streets. Best explored on foot for architecture, details and quieter city-centre views.
- Recommended
Centenary Square
Central public square beside City Hall and the museum, used for events and framed by key civic buildings. A practical starting point for sightseeing.
Curry and Chips
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.
Bradford-Style Curry
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.
- Gluten-free
Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb or chicken grilled on skewers in tandoori spices. A classic at Bradford curry houses and a favourite for its smoky flavour.
Salt's Diner
Stylish restaurant in Saltaire serving polished British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart yet relaxed dining room.
International Restaurant
Long-established local favourite for Punjabi and Kashmiri curries, kebabs and tandoori dishes in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
MyLahore Bradford
Popular Bradford curry house known for Kashmiri-influenced dishes, grilled meats and a busy, welcoming atmosphere near the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-28 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Bradford Interchange -> Bradford City Centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- First Bus states adult tickets can be bought with contactless payment on board or in the First Bus app.
- Bradford Interchange sits on the edge of Bradford City Centre, so many central places are walkable from the station.
FAQs: Bath to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath to Bradford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Bath to Bradford covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 4h 41m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bath to Bradford is 272 km.
The first train from Bath to Bradford leaves at 5:33.
The last train from Bath to Bradford departs at 21:13.
Trains from Bath to Bradford run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bath to Bradford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bath to Bradford.
To get from Bath to Bradford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bath to Bradford.
The train station in Bath that goes to Bradford is Bath Spa (BTH), and it arrives at Bradford Interchange (BDI).
The cheapest way to get from Bath to Bradford is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Bath 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 Bath to Bradford offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with rolling hills, charming villages, and greenery that can be quite scenic, especially during certain seasons.
A day trip from Bath to Bradford is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 41m. Trains run 2 times per day. The distance is 272 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 Bath to Bradford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Bradford
Most Bath to Bradford trains use the Bath Spa to Bradford Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Use this guide to compare Bath and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bath
Arrival train stations in Bradford
Bath SpaDorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SU, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bus13 · 20m · £4 · every ~9 min
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Which Bradford station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Trains from Bath to Bradford most often arrive at Bradford Interchange. Some services arrive at Bradford Forster Square, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bradford arrival station.
Bradford InterchangeBradford Interchange station, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1TU+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
Bus662, 820, 864 · 6m · £3 · every ~13 min
Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Bradford Forster SquareBradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bus622, 626, 680 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: 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.
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