The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 45 m
Trains on 20 Sept
13
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) you need to make at least one change.
C31897 · G891967:372h13Manchester Airport (MIA)9:50Bradford Interchange (BDI)£151One-way1 change
C32418 · G891158:022h13Manchester Airport (MIA)10:15Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
C31900 · L89315 · G892018:442h07Manchester Airport (MIA)10:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way2 changes
C31900 · G892018:442h07Manchester Airport (MIA)10:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
G89570 · C3173212:472h04Manchester Airport (MIA)14:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
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G8921612:171h33Manchester Airport (MIA)13:50Bradford Interchange (BDI)£401One-way1 change
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C3173414:171h34Manchester Airport (MIA)15:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
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C3173213:171h34Manchester Airport (MIA)14:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
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G8912111:142h01Manchester Airport (MIA)13:15Bradford Interchange (BDI)£401One-way1 change
G89570 · C3173212:472h04Manchester Airport (MIA)14:51Bradford Interchange (BDI)£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 59 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI):
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Bradford Interchange (BDI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.29. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 3m 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
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
N60929+ G89124 | On time 13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h34 | 15:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G89607 · G89228 | On time 13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 15:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G89607 · L89266 · G89228 | On time 13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 15:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W85193 · C01250+ G88993 | On time 14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 16:06 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
G89614 · G89128 | On time 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 16:17 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
N60928+ G89128 | On time 14:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h33 | 16:17 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G89617 · G89233 | On time 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 16:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
W85194+ G89233 | 15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h52 | 16:56 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
N60927+ G89131 | On time 15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h35 | 17:19 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
W85202+ G89237 | On time 16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h50 | 17:54 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G89546 · G89134 | On time 16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 18:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
N60926+ G89134 | On time 16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h34 | 18:18 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
C31897 · G89196 | 7:37 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h13 | 9:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C32418 · G89115 | 8:02 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h13 | 10:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C31900 · G89201 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 10:51 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C31900 · L89315 · G89201 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 10:51 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2 changes | |
W85171+ G89117 | 9:05 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h11 | 11:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C31721 · G89205 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h16 | 11:52 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
W85178+ G89119 | 10:10 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 12:16 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C24600+ G89121 | 11:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 13:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
C24600+ P28696 | 11:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h34 | 13:48 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G15998+ G89216 | 12:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h33 | 13:50 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
G89570 · C31732 | 12:47 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h04 | 14:51 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 3:28 |
Last train 21:17 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains use the Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bradford Interchange (BDI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
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.
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