4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Bradford
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bradford will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Bradford on Thu, Nov 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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 Manchester to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 47 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€10 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Manchester to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bradford buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX171 | 8:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 9:35 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX171 | 11:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 12:20 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX171 | 1:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 3:05 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX171 | 4:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h25 | 5:50 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX171 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h05 | 8:35 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX172 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h01 | 1:00 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Bradford
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Buses from Manchester to Bradford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 47 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 1m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Bradford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
When departing from Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station and Manchester, Airport. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Bradford
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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