Cheap train tickets from Bradford to Edinburgh
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Edinburgh will cost around £ 63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 48.
Train schedule Bradford to Edinburgh
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Fastest train times from Bradford to Edinburgh
Fastest Journey
3 h 54 m
Average
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
257 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Bradford for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
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Overview: Train from Bradford to Edinburgh
 | Distance | 159 miles (257 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 1 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £72 (€81) |
 | Train frequency | 17 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 17 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway or Cross Country |
Trains from Bradford to Edinburgh cover the 159 miles (257 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 1 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway or Cross Country. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £72, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £40. Travellers depart most frequently from Bradford Interchange and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.
Train providers: CrossCountry trains Bradford to Edinburgh
For as little as £40 you can travel by train from Bradford to Edinburgh with CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Bradford to Edinburgh you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
It’s easy to book your CrossCountry train ticket to Edinburgh from Bradford online with Omio! Simply check the current CrossCountry train timetables for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route from Bradford to Edinburgh as well as relevant travel information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard) for that train and book cheap CrossCountry train tickets online. Prices for CrossCountry trains between Bradford and Edinburgh start at £64 one-way if you book in advance, and you can expect to travel around 159 miles (257 km). If you search for CrossCountry trains in the Omio app, you can check straight away if the CrossCountry tickets are mobile tickets, which makes it easier than ever to go paperless when travelling by train between Bradford and Edinburgh. Let Omio do all the work for you finding the best Bradford to Edinburgh CrossCountry train ticket so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey!
CrossCountry from Bradford to Edinburgh train information:
- Average Duration: 4 h 6 min
- Average Price: £64
- CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day
Please follow the recommendations outlined by CrossCountry when booking your train tickets between Bradford and Edinburgh due to the coronavirus:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
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There are a few train stations in Bradford to start your journey from including Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square. In Edinburgh you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Park.
Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Bradford Interchange and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.
Where is the train station in Bradford? Where is the train station in Edinburgh?
You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Bradford Interchange, located approximately 0.7 miles (1.1 km) from the city centre of Bradford. The most popular arrival train station in Edinburgh, called Edinburgh Waverley, is located around 0.4 miles (659 m) away from its city centre.
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