Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£35

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 52 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 53 m

Trains on 18 Sept

28

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailG89946 · G89223
    12:002h49
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    14:49Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89946 · G89122
    12:002h18
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    14:18Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89931 · G89204
    8:022h48
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:50Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailL89513 · G89199
    7:282h21
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:49Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89934 · G89116
    9:002h18
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:18Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    £181One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 91 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£28

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 12m

Average total duration

2h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI):

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

Other travel options to Bradford Interchange (BDI) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Bradford Interchange (BDI) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.77. The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89924 · G89194
On time
6:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h55
8:55 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15866+Northern RailG89109
On time
6:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
8:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84776+Northern RailG89194
On time
6:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h01
8:55 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89926 · G89110
On time
7:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
9:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24892+Northern RailG89110
On time
7:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
9:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailL89513 · G89199
On time
7:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h21
9:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24396+Northern RailG89199
On time
7:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
9:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89931 · G89204
On time
8:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h48
10:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89931 · G89113
On time
8:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h16
10:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24895+Northern RailG88965
On time
8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h53
10:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24895+Northern RailG89113
On time
8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
10:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84790+Northern RailG89204
On time
8:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h56
10:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89934 · G89116
On time
9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
11:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15861+Northern RailG89116
On time
9:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
11:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84795+Northern RailG89210
On time
9:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
11:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89939 · G89215
On time
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h56
12:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89939 · G89118
On time
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
12:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15862+Northern RailG88974
On time
10:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
12:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15862+Northern RailG89118
On time
10:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
12:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84800+Northern RailG89215
On time
10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h02
12:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89942 · G89120
On time
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
13:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24904+Northern RailG88978
On time
11:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
13:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24904+Northern RailG89120
On time
11:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
13:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84807+Northern RailG89219
On time
11:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h56
13:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89946 · G89223
On time
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h49
14:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89946 · G89122
On time
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
14:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24909+Northern RailG89122
On time
12:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
14:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24909+Northern RailG88984
On time
12:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
14:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84813+Northern RailG89223
On time
12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
14:49 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89949 · G89124
On time
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
15:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89949 · G89227
On time
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h50
15:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15955+Northern RailG8899013:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
15:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15955+Northern RailG8912413:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h54
15:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84818+Northern RailG89227
On time
13:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h56
15:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89954 · G89127
On time
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h17
16:17 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89954 · G89232
On time
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h56
16:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15953+Northern RailG8899514:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
16:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15953+Northern RailG8912714:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h53
16:17 Bradford Interchange (BDI)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84825+Northern RailG89232
On time
14:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h02
16:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89956 · G89130
On time
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h19
17:19 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89956 · G89237
On time
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h54
17:54 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15950+Northern RailG8900115:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
17:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15950+Northern RailG89130
On time
15:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
17:19 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84830+Northern RailG89237
On time
15:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h00
17:54 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change
Northern RailG89960 · G89133
On time
16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h18
18:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1 change

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 26m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
91 km
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 26m
First train
4:54
Last train
15:00
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Bradford Interchange (BDI) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£43
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

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
1h 26m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£8
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

FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) 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 Interchange (BDI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) covers a distance of 91 km and takes approximately 1h 26m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is 91 km.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) departs at 15:00.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI).
To get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Bradford Interchange is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas with views of towns and cities like Manchester and Leeds.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Bradford Interchange. The journey takes 1h 26m and covers 91 km. There are 7 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Bradford Interchange (BDI)

Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Bradford Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Bradford Interchange (BDI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Bradford
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street 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 and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

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