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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bradford
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bradford will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Edinburgh to Bradford you need to make at least one change.
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C32430 · C323287:003h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:53Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)£451One-way3 changes- G08176+W29872+L895517:003h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:48Bradford Interchange (BDI)£511One-way2 changes
- W29867+L895426:023h46Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:48Bradford Interchange (BDI)£541One-way1 change
- C01967+G889655:504h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£581One-way1 change
- G08176+G889657:003h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£581One-way1 change
- G80068+G8899613:003h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:15Bradford Interchange (BDI)£821One-way1 change
- G80074+G8900114:003h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£721One-way1 change
- G80079+G8900515:003h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£821One-way1 change
- G80092+G8901617:003h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£641One-way1 change
- G08176+G889657:003h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:16Bradford Interchange (BDI)£581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 257 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£69 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £222 Average Price |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bradford trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:08 Edinburgh | 3h59 | 11:07 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Edinburgh | 3h37 | 11:37 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:05 Edinburgh | 3h43 | 11:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Edinburgh | 3h16 | 13:16 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 11 July | |||||
G08169+ G16014+G89084 | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 9:00 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
| G08169+G88962 | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h38 | 9:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
| C01967+G88965 | 5:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h26 | 10:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
| C01967+W29867+L89542 | 5:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h58 | 9:48 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
| W29867+L89542 | 6:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h46 | 9:48 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
| C02043+G16011+G89087 | 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h31 | 10:01 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bradford
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bradford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Bradford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bradford from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Bradford
Most Edinburgh to Bradford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bradford Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Bradford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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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