The cheapest and fastest trains from Cross Gates to Bradford
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cross Gates to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cross Gates to Bradford will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cross Gates for Bradford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cross Gates to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cross Gates to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 19 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cross Gates to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cross Gates to Bradford trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:16 Cross Gates | 0h32 | 15:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
![]() | 04:46 Cross Gates | 0h28 | 05:14 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:55 Cross Gates | 0h53 | 07:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:25 Cross Gates | 0h50 | 08:15 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cross Gates to Bradford
Trains from Cross Gates to Bradford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. 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 05:45, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 28m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Cross Gates to Bradford trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Cross Gates and Bradford from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Cross Gates to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cross Gates to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cross Gates and Bradford
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:02 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to platforms 1 and 2 is by ramps. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance
- 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop on Station Rd adjacent to M & S (towards York) & pick up / drop off at the bus stop opposite the Arndale Centre (towards Leeds).
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off by the car park entrance on Frizinghall Road
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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