4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to London
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to London will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 13 buses that leave Bradford for London on Mon, Dec 15, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bradford to London
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bradford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €93.
Distance: 277 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €198 Average price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX561 | Delayed 4:20 PM 7:05 AMBradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h15 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h15 | 2:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h40 | 1:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX561 | Delayed 4:20 PM 12:50 PMBradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h30 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 7h10 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h40 | 8:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h25 | 10:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h55 | 10:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX561 | On time 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h00 | 11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h55 | 6:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h30 | 5:45 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX466 | 11:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 6h30 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX465 | 11:50 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 6h30 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Bradford to London
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Buses from Bradford to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 277 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 277 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bradford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bradford to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bradford to London
The two major cities of Bradford and London are connected by buses which are operated by National Express. Journeys take approximately 5 hours 10 minutes at their fastest, while some journeys are closer to 6.5 hours. The frequency of buses from Bradford to London is good, with the earliest service of the day departing shortly after 4:00 a.m. and the final bus leaves just before midnight. In between these times, buses depart from Bradford every couple of hours and sometimes more frequently. Buses are less frequent in the evenings after the rush hour period has ended. Many buses are direct and, if there is a change, it is usually in Leeds.
FAQs: Bus from Bradford to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bradford, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station). When arriving in London, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bradford, Interchange Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bradford to London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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