- Must visit
Brontë Parsonage Museum
Former Brontë home displaying manuscripts, personal items and period rooms. Essential for literary history in nearby Haworth.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Keighley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Keighley will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Sat 07 Nov, we found 7 trains from Bradford to Keighley, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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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Trains from Bradford to Keighley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 16m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bradford to Keighley.
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Keighley trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C33013 | On time 18:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h21 | 18:32 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32383 · C32585 | On time 18:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h25 | 18:41 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C33015 | On time 18:41 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h21 | 19:02 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32386 · C32544 | On time 18:46 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h36 | 19:22 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C33017 | On time 19:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h21 | 19:32 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32389 · C32471 | On time 19:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h26 | 19:42 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C33027 | On time 21:20 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h20 | 21:40 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32953 · C32555 | On time 21:29 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h26 | 21:55 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C33037 | On time 22:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h21 | 22:32 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32954 · C32561 | On time 22:28 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h26 | 22:54 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
C33040 | On time 23:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h21 | 23:32 Keighley station (KEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32406 · C32570 | On time 23:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0h32 | 23:48 Keighley station (KEI) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 4:58 Bradford | 0h25 | 5:23 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:54 Bradford | 0h26 | 6:20 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:53 Bradford | 0h26 | 7:19 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Bradford | 0h38 | 8:23 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:47 Bradford | 0h32 | 8:19 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:47 Bradford | 0h32 | 9:19 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:11 Bradford | 0h21 | 14:32 Keighley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Former Brontë home displaying manuscripts, personal items and period rooms. Essential for literary history in nearby Haworth.
Victorian house museum in a landscaped park, showing decorative arts, geology, natural history and local collections.
Railway museum displays heritage locomotives, carriages and railway objects at Ingrow, ideal for families and transport enthusiasts.
Historic steep street lined with stone buildings, independent shops and literary associations. A classic walk in Haworth.
Large public park with formal gardens, woodland, play areas and the nearby hall ruins. Good for walks and relaxed sightseeing.
Popular moorland beauty spot above Haworth with reservoir views and paths onto the Pennine landscape. Great for a scenic walk.
A hearty West Yorkshire soup of vegetables and pulses, traditionally linked to local chapel and community cooking.
A crumbly cow’s milk cheese long made in Yorkshire, often eaten with fruit cake; a classic regional savoury-sweet pairing.
A famous Yorkshire pairing of sharp local cheese with rich fruit cake, common in cafés and homes across the county.
Smart restaurant known for Persian and Middle Eastern cooking, with grilled meats, rice dishes and a relaxed atmosphere.
Popular laid-back venue serving Nepalese and Indian dishes with friendly service and a modern casual setting.
Established country pub and dining venue near Keighley, known for hearty British cooking and a traditional inn feel.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and meals are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Most Bradford to Keighley trains use the Bradford Forster Square to Keighley station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Keighley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
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.
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
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