The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Birmingham will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bradford for Birmingham on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bradford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 146 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Birmingham buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 PM Bradford | 4h20 | 4:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Bradford | 10h25 | 2:15 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Bradford | 5h30 | 1:30 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 PM Bradford | 9h10 | 5:45 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Bradford | 6h55 | 5:45 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bradford to Birmingham by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Birmingham
Buses from Bradford to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 146 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 146 km |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Bradford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Bus from Bradford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Birmingham by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bradford to Birmingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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