4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to London
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 25 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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 13 buses that leave Bradford for London on Thu, Apr 30, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 30 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Apr 30 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.
FlixBus5:00 PM5h55Bradford, Interchange Station10:55 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers- FlixBus5:00 PM5h25Bradford, Interchange Station10:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM6h00Bradford, Interchange Station2:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM5h25Bradford, Interchange Station1:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€181One-way0 transfers
NX5616:20 PM5h00Bradford, Nelson Street N211:20 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€191One-way0 transfers
- NX5616:20 PM5h00Bradford, Nelson Street N211:20 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:00 PM5h25Bradford, Interchange Station10:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM5h25Bradford, Interchange Station1:25 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM5h30Bradford, Interchange Station6:45 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)€211One-way1 transfer
- NX5617:05 AM5h45Bradford, Nelson Street N212:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bradford to London
Omio recommends booking the train 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 €11. 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 €11, and a flight costs an average of €73.
Distance: 277 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €192 Average price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m 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 |
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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, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX561 | 7:05 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h45 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h00 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h25 | 1:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h05 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h30 | 6:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h55 | 10:55 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 5h25 | 10:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX561 | 6:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h00 | 11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX465 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 6h50 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h31 | 6:30 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h56 | 6:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 6h56 | 6:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 30 | |||||
| NX466 | 12:20 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h00 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bradford to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 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 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 €11. 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.
- 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 London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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