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National Science and Media Museum
National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bradford will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Glasgow to Bradford you need to make at least one change.
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G89200 · C32622Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bradford trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G80049+ G88978+ L87838 | Delayed 9:00 9:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h16 | 13:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W33970+ C32571 · C32925 | On time 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h01 | 13:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
C01362+ G88981 | On time 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 14:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G80055+ G88984+ L87861 | Delayed 10:00 9:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 14:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W33973+ C31714 | On time 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 15:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
W33973+ C02211 · C32929 | On time 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h59 | 14:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
G80061+ G88990+ L87890 | 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 15:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W34160+ G88992 | 11:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h10 | 16:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
W34063+ C02200 · C32937 | On time 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h57 | 16:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
W34063+ G88998 | On time 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 17:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G80073+ G89001+ L87938 | 12:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 17:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W84915+ C32577 · C32941 | On time 13:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 17:35 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
C02046+ C24972+ G89082+ L87945 | Delayed 13:30 13:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h46 | 18:01 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 changes | |
C01365+ G89003 | On time 13:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 18:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G80080+ G89005+ C14763 | Delayed 14:00 13:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 18:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
C01988+ C24975+ G89100+ L87962 | On time 14:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h45 | 19:00 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 changes | |
G25680+ C24975+ G89100+ L87962 | Delayed 14:26 14:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h45 | 19:00 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 changes | |
W34050+ C32582 · C32947 | On time 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h34 | 19:08 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
W34050+ G89007 | On time 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h32 | 19:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C02070+ G89009+ L87969 | On time 14:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 19:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W34020+ C02201 · C32949 | On time 15:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h58 | 19:36 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
W33999+ C31716 | On time 15:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h08 | 20:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C01989+ C24980+ G89278+ L87994 | On time 16:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h46 | 21:01 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 changes | |
W34200+ C32586 · C33024 | On time 16:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h31 | 21:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2 changes | |
W34200+ G89018 | On time 16:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 21:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G80097+ C31717+ L88003 | Delayed 17:00 16:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h30 | 21:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W34195+ G89025 | On time 17:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h35 | 22:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C02033+ G15941+ L89661+ L87750 | On time 17:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h03 | 22:48 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
W84894+ G89200 · C32622 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h57 | 9:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W33649+ G88963 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h19 | 10:07 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Bradford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 21:26 |
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Discover the best of Bradford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bradford trip today.
National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.
Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.
Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.
Planned Victorian village of stone terraces, mill buildings and riverside paths. Excellent for architecture, walking and a feel for Bradford’s industrial heritage.
Historic quarter of grand nineteenth-century warehouses and cobbled streets. Best explored on foot for architecture, details and quieter city-centre views.
Central public square beside City Hall and the museum, used for events and framed by key civic buildings. A practical starting point for sightseeing.
A long-standing Bradford takeaway staple: curried lamb or chicken served with chips. It reflects the city’s South Asian heritage and late-night food culture.
Slow-cooked meat curry, often lamb or chicken, served with roti or naan. Bradford is famous for Kashmiri and Pakistani styles shaped by its communities.
Minced lamb or chicken grilled on skewers in tandoori spices. A classic at Bradford curry houses and a favourite for its smoky flavour.
Stylish restaurant in Saltaire serving polished British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart yet relaxed dining room.
Long-established local favourite for Punjabi and Kashmiri curries, kebabs and tandoori dishes in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
Popular Bradford curry house known for Kashmiri-influenced dishes, grilled meats and a busy, welcoming atmosphere near the city centre.
Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Bradford Interchange -> Bradford City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Bradford trains use the Glasgow Central to Bradford Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Drumchapel is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Drumchapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Drumchapel.
Ticket office support is available at Drumchapel. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Drumchapel: Parking.
Available at Drumchapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Drumchapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
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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