The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Bradford
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 45 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bradford will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Bristol to Bradford, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 266 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
12:45 PM6h45Bristol7:30 PMBradford€201One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM6h45Bristol7:30 PMBradford€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 266 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Bradford:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Bradford costing on average €60.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 7m.
Live departures
Bristol to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bradford buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h45 | 7:30 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 transfer | |
NX105 · NX131 | 1:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 8h05 | 9:25 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX131 | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h55 | 10:10 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Bradford by bus or train
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Why should you book Bristol to Bradford buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Bradford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Bradford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Bradford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Bradford
Buses from Bristol to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 266 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 266 km |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bristol to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Bradford with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 Bristol to Bradford
Most Bristol to Bradford buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Bradford, Interchange Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre
Bristol, University Queens Road bus station facilities and services
Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.
Getting to Bradford, Interchange Station from Bradford city centre
Bradford, Interchange Station bus station facilities and services
Bradford, Interchange Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A small café and fast-food outlet are available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available next to the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford, Interchange Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford, Interchange Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford, Interchange Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
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