The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Menston
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
19 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Menston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Menston will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Bradford to Menston, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 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.
5:450h19Bradford6:04Menston£21One-way0 changes
5:450h19Bradford6:04Menston£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bradford to Menston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Menston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to Menston:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to Menston costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Menston take longer:
Coach takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (19m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bradford to Menston train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Menston trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:46 Bradford | 0h19 | 10:05 Menston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:46 Bradford | 0h19 | 11:05 Menston | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 5:45 Bradford | 0h19 | 6:04 Menston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Bradford to Menston by coach or train
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Bradford to Menston.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bradford to Menston.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Menston
Trains from Bradford to Menston run on average 9 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 18m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 23:16 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Bradford to Menston trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford and Menston from £3. 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 Menston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Menston 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 Menston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Menston
Most Bradford to Menston trains use the Bradford Forster Square to Menston station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Menston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bradford station do trains to Menston leave from?
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.
Which Menston station do trains from Bradford arrive at?
Getting to Menston from Menston city centre
Menston train station facilities and services
Menston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Menston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Menston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to platform 1. There is a footbridge over the tracks which is the only access to the Leeds/Bradford platform 2. Mobility impaired passengers travelling towards Leeds/Bradford are requested to travel via Ilkley and change trains there, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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