Bradford to London train with Grand Central Trains

Trains from Bradford to London: Journey Details

When travelling from Bradford to London, the most sensible route is to take the Northern Rail service from Bradford Interchange to Leeds station, and from there, board the Virgin train to Kings Cross. During the week (and assuming no engineering works are ongoing) the first train takes 15 minutes and the main service 2.25 hours. Trains from Bradford to London do not run directly but the service tends to be efficient, comfortable and straightforward; there are at least three trains per hour from Leeds to London. During the week, first trains from Bradford leave just before 06.00 a.m. arriving in the Capital just before 09.00. Last trains depart around 08.00 arriving just after 11.00 p.m. Weekend services are fewer but follow the same route and time structure. Peak time trains may be subject to a premium unless tickets have been booked in advance.

Taking the Train from Bradford

Bradford Interchange is located just outside the town centre with good local transport links. There is also a bus service to Leeds should travellers prefer this mode of transport on the first leg. Services run through the night but connections do become problematic after 10.30 p.m.

Getting into London by Train

Passengers disembarking at Kings Cross will find themselves close to the cultural and business quarters of London. The underground network is well connected from here allowing customers to make onward journeys to anywhere else in the Capital within 45 minutes. Buses and taxis operate in London 24 hours a day with a reduced frequency. There are a number of convenient hotels very close to the station, visitors can rest assured that the historically seedy nature of Kings Cross no longer applies; it is family friendly and safe.