4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Bristol
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Bristol will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Bradford to Bristol you need to make at least one change.
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L8955310:314h01Bradford Interchange (BDI)14:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change- G01148+
C0214011:373h56Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)15:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change - W29868+C021729:373h55Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)13:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change
- G01140+C021617:373h54Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)11:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change
- W29877+G89212+
C0315810:344h39Bradford Interchange (BDI)15:13Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£831One-way2 changes
- G01140+G892747:373h54Bradford Interchange (BDI)11:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1461One-way1 change
- G01140+C021617:373h54Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)11:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change
- W29868+C021729:373h55Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)13:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change
- G01148+C0214011:373h56Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)15:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£551One-way1 change
- W29862+C328968:324h00Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)12:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 266 km
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4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bradford to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Bristol trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:31 Bradford | 4h01 | 13:32 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:37 Bradford | 3h55 | 13:32 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:31 Bradford | 4h01 | 14:32 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Bristol
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Trains from Bradford to Bristol run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Bradford to Bristol trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford and Bristol from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bradford to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Bristol
Most Bradford to Bristol trains use the Bradford Interchange to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Clifton Down. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bradford station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
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.
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.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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