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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, while a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 275 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Bradford:
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Bradford costing on average £89.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 20m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (4h 22m by train vs 4h 35m by car). Tickets start at around £89 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Bradford from Cardiff by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Bradford is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bradford are Leeds, York, Manchester, Harrogate and Skipton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bradford on Omio.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Harrogate is a Yorkshire spa town known for its gardens, Turkish Baths and classic tea rooms. Elegant streets and easy access to nearby countryside give it a calm, polished character.
Skipton is a North Yorkshire market town known for its medieval castle and its position on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Its canalside setting, traditional shops and long market heritage give it a friendly, grounded character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Bradford:
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Bradford costing on average £89.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 20m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Bradford as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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