Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£18

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£18

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

1 h 14 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

1 h 15 m

Trains on 12 Sept

10

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

To travel from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailG89207+Transpennine ExpressN59440
    9:341h15
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    10:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89217+Transpennine ExpressN59438
    11:341h15
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    12:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89188+Transpennine ExpressG15826
    5:341h15
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    6:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89197+Transpennine ExpressN59442
    7:341h15
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    8:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89213+Transpennine ExpressN59439
    10:341h15
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    11:49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 47 km

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Driving

£15

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 14m

Average total duration

1h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

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(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £15.

The fastest way to travel from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.40. The journey takes 1h 13m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89146+Transpennine ExpressG15937
Delayed
23:26 0:26Bradford Interchange (BDI)
3h16
3:42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailG89244+Transpennine ExpressC24623
On time
17:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
18:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailG89249+Transpennine ExpressC03192
On time
18:36 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h13
19:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailG89253+Transpennine ExpressG16022
On time
19:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
20:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailG89257+Transpennine ExpressC24641
On time
20:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
21:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailG89263+Transpennine ExpressG15832
On time
21:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h23
22:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Northern RailL89668+Transpennine ExpressW85228
On time
22:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h44
0:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
Saturday 12 September
Northern RailG89188+Transpennine ExpressG158265:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
6:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89192+Transpennine ExpressN594436:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
7:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89197+Transpennine ExpressN594427:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
8:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89202+Transpennine ExpressN594418:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h14
9:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89207+Transpennine ExpressN594409:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
10:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89213+Transpennine ExpressN5943910:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
11:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89217+Transpennine ExpressN5943811:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
12:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailC31733+Transpennine ExpressN5943712:33 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h16
13:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89225+Transpennine ExpressN5943613:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h14
14:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89230+Transpennine ExpressN5943514:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h15
15:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 3m.

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 £5
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
4:34
Last train
23:26
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £5

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£6
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£13
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 47 km.
The first train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:34.
The last train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 23:26.
Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
To get from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Piccadilly offers a mix of urban and rural views. Passengers can enjoy sights of the Pennines and some picturesque countryside between the cities, alongside glimpses of industrial landscapes and historic towns.
Yes, a day trip from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible, with a journey time of 1h 3m, a distance of 47 km, and a train frequency of 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bradford
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Bradford InterchangeBradford Interchange station, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1TU+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
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.

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