- Recommended
Gunnersbury Park Museum
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Southall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 271 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare coach, flight and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Bradford to Southall run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Southall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southall trip today.
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Museum of road transport and design with historic buses, posters and interactive family displays, a strong option close to Southall.
Public gallery showing changing contemporary art exhibitions in a compact modern space inside Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
Southall's best-known shopping street, busy with markets, clothing shops and sweet stores, offering a vivid sense of the area's culture.
Linear waterside walking route with locks, bridges and passing boats, ideal for a calmer side of Southall away from the main road.
Large historic park on the edge of Southall with formal gardens, a lake, museum and broad green space for a half-day visit.
Crisp wheat pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. A staple South Asian snack in Southall, widely sold fresh in sweet shops and cafés.
Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans enriched with butter and cream. A Punjabi classic strongly associated with Southall’s Indian food scene.
Leavened tandoor-baked flatbread, often brushed with butter. A signature Punjabi bread commonly eaten with curries and grilled dishes in Southall.
Popular South Indian vegetarian venue for dosas, idli and filter coffee. Bright, practical and good for a casual meal.
Long-running vegetarian Punjabi canteen known for thalis, chaat and sweets. Busy, simple and very popular for traditional everyday dining.
Well-known Southall spot for Punjabi vegetarian dishes, snacks and mithai. Casual atmosphere and a strong local following.
Moderate for Greater London. Southall dining is often better value than central London, but accommodation and rail fares can still be relatively high.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Official public transport app
Southall Station -> London Paddington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bradford to Southall trains use the Bradford Interchange to Southall station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Southall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need