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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £115.
Distance: 265 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m 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 Reading to Bradford:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Bradford costing on average £115.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 24m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (3h 28m by train vs 4h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £115 compared to roughly £53 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 Reading by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Reading 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 Reading to Bradford:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Bradford costing on average £115.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 24m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Reading and Bradford as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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