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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£65
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 19 Sept
5
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) you need to make at least one change.
G66981+
C328916:032h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£381One-way1 change- G01057+C329148:033h04Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:07Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£381One-way1 change
- G01070+C3293313:032h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£771One-way1 change
- G01072+C32369 · C3252414:032h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:53Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£771One-way2 changes
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C02130+G8948813:282h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:21Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£951One-way2 changes
- G66981+C328916:032h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£381One-way1 change
- G01070+C3293313:032h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£771One-way1 change
- G01072+C32369 · C3252414:032h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:53Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£771One-way2 changes
- G00705+C02130+G8948813:282h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:21Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£951One-way2 changes
- G01057+C329148:033h04Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:07Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £123.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ):
A coach is £87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) costing on average £123.
Other travel options to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 23m by car). Tickets start at around £123 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66981+C32891 | 6:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 8:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
| G01057+C32914 | 8:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h04 | 11:07 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
| G01070+C32933 | On time 13:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 15:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
| G00705+G89488+C02130 | 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 16:21 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
| G01072+C32524 · C32369 | 14:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 16:53 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) 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 Forster Square (BDQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Bradford Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
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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