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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£71
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 32 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to London Stansted Airport will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Bradford to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G00808+
G0797710:083h32Bradford Interchange (BDI)13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes- G88960+G00806+G079719:083h32Bradford Interchange (BDI)12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£751One-way2 changes
- G88960+G00806+G079719:083h32Bradford Interchange (BDI)12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£751One-way2 changes
- G88963+G00808+G0797710:083h32Bradford Interchange (BDI)13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£711One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 251 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m 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 Bradford to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to London Stansted Airport costing on average £61.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 52m.
Tickets start at around £61 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.76. The journey takes 3h 19m versus 3h 15m 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 to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G88960+G00806+G07971 | On time 9:08 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h32 | 12:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G88963+G00808+G07977 | On time 10:08 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h32 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bradford to London Stansted Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Bradford to London Stansted Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 10:08. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 10:08 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Bradford to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford and London Stansted Airport from £26. 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 London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and London Stansted Airport
Most Bradford to London Stansted Airport trains use the Bradford Interchange to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Frizinghall from Bradford city centre
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall train station facilities and services
Frizinghall 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 Frizinghall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frizinghall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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