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The cheapest and fastest trains from Keighley to Bradford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £3
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £3
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 23 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 25 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 13 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Keighley to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Keighley to Bradford will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 6 trains from Keighley to Bradford, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
13:19 0h24 Keighley 13:43 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes18:55 0h24 Keighley 19:19 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes8:18 0h23 Keighley 8:41 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes10:18 0h23 Keighley 10:41 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes17:01 0h35 Keighley 17:36 Bradford £4 1 One-way 0 changes
8:18 0h23 Keighley 8:41 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes10:18 0h23 Keighley 10:41 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes13:19 0h24 Keighley 13:43 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes18:55 0h24 Keighley 19:19 Bradford £3 1 One-way 0 changes6:54 0h29 Keighley 7:23 Bradford £5 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Keighley to Bradford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Keighley to Bradford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Keighley to Bradford trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Keighley to Bradford.
The cost of a train ticket from Keighley to Bradford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Keighley to Bradford covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 18m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Keighley to Bradford is 13 km.
The first train from Keighley to Bradford leaves at 5:58.
The last train from Keighley to Bradford departs at 23:19.
Trains from Keighley to Bradford run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Keighley and Bradford. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
Live departures
Keighley to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Keighley to Bradford trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C08880 | On time 8:56 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h24 | 9:20 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32439 · C32830 | 9:22 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h44 | 10:06 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
| C08881 | On time 9:51 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h24 | 10:15 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88960 · C32833 | 10:40 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h26 | 11:06 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
| C33049 | 10:51 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h26 | 11:17 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32538 · C32835 | 11:40 Keighley station (KEI) | 0h26 | 12:06 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
18m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Keighley and Bradford
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Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Keighley to Bradford.
There is no night train service from Keighley to Bradford.
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Things to do in Bradford
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- Must visit
Hockney Gallery at Salts Mill
Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.
- Recommended
Impressions Gallery
Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.
- Must visit
Saltaire
Planned Victorian village of stone terraces, mill buildings and riverside paths. Excellent for architecture, walking and a feel for Bradford’s industrial heritage.
- Recommended
Little Germany
Historic quarter of grand nineteenth-century warehouses and cobbled streets. Best explored on foot for architecture, details and quieter city-centre views.
- Recommended
Centenary Square
Central public square beside City Hall and the museum, used for events and framed by key civic buildings. A practical starting point for sightseeing.
Curry and Chips
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.
Bradford-Style Curry
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.
- Gluten-free
Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb or chicken grilled on skewers in tandoori spices. A classic at Bradford curry houses and a favourite for its smoky flavour.
Salt's Diner
Stylish restaurant in Saltaire serving polished British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart yet relaxed dining room.
International Restaurant
Long-established local favourite for Punjabi and Kashmiri curries, kebabs and tandoori dishes in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
MyLahore Bradford
Popular Bradford curry house known for Kashmiri-influenced dishes, grilled meats and a busy, welcoming atmosphere near the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-28 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Bradford Interchange -> Bradford City Centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- First Bus states adult tickets can be bought with contactless payment on board or in the First Bus app.
- Bradford Interchange sits on the edge of Bradford City Centre, so many central places are walkable from the station.
Plan your visit to Bradford
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The train journey from Keighley to Bradford offers picturesque views of the rolling hills of West Yorkshire, charming countryside, and historic towns, providing a scenic experience for travellers.
Trains from Keighley to Bradford
The train route from Keighley to is serviced by Northern rail. Frequent services are operated during the daytime and evening, with the first train leaving Keighley Train Station at 7:15 a.m. and the last train of the day leaving the station at 5:29 p.m. Some services are direct and the average journey duration is 25 minutes. When travelling on services where one change is involved, however, the duration of the journey is approximately 30 minutes. Nonetheless, journey times may vary according to the time of travel.
FAQs: Keighley to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Keighley 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.
Booking trains from Keighley to Bradford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Keighley to Bradford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Keighley and Bradford
Most Keighley to Bradford trains use the Keighley to Bradford Forster Square station pair, with some services arriving at Frizinghall. Use this guide to compare Keighley and Bradford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Keighley
Arrival train stations in Bradford
Which Keighley station do trains to Bradford leave from?
Trains from Keighley to Bradford leave from Keighley. The station is from Keighley city centre at Station Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 4HP, United Kingdom.
KeighleyStation Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 4HP, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950
City-centre transport
Getting to Keighley from Keighley city centre
Bus60, 821, 60A · 1m · £1 · every ~8 min
Keighley train station facilities and services
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
Which Bradford station do trains from Keighley arrive at?
Trains from Keighley to Bradford most often arrive at Bradford Forster Square. Some services arrive at Frizinghall, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bradford arrival station.
Bradford Forster SquareBradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bus622, 626, 680 · 2m · £1 · every ~12 min
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.
FrizinghallFrizinghall station, Frizinghall Road, Frizinghall, West Yorkshire, BD9 4LD+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Frizinghall from Bradford city centre
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBradford Forster Square - Skipton, Bradford Forster Square - Ilkley, Bradford Forster Square - Leeds, Bradford Forster Square - Lancaster, Bradford Forster Square - Shipley · 3m · £1 · every ~9 min
Bus662 · 17m · £1 · every ~13 min
662 · 23m · £2 · every ~13 min
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.
Train stations for Keighley to Bradford
Check train stations information for Keighley and Bradford, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Keighley that goes to Bradford is Keighley, and it arrives at Bradford Forster Square.
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