The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Bradford Interchange (BDI) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
19:021h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)20:19Bradford Interchange (BDI)£71One-way0 changes
6:021h31Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:33Bradford Interchange (BDI)£141One-way0 changes
19:021h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)20:19Bradford Interchange (BDI)£71One-way0 changes
6:021h31Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:33Bradford Interchange (BDI)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 48 km
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1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h31 | 7:33 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h17 | 20:19 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 19:27 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) and Bradford Interchange (BDI)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
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