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What is the best way to travel from Bradford to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Edinburgh from Bradford. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 50m
£15
£26
3
Train
3h 32m
£49
£52
3
Flight
3h 50m
£36
£115
29

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Bradford?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £25
Wednesday
from £23
Thursday
from £23
Friday
from £23
Saturday
from £19
Sunday
from £15
Monday
from £16

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 34m
    0
    15:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    19:11
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    17:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    13:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    17:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £61

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    09:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £52

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    11:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    15:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    09:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £52

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    12:50
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    9h 35m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    19:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £53
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 0m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    12:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 55m
    0
    16:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    08:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £166

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    8h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    10:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Aer Lingus
    15h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £162
  • Aer Lingus
    10h 55m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £184

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    15h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    9h 55m
    0
    21:35
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £65
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    16:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £69
  • Aer Lingus
    21h 10m
    0
    16:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £139

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    11h 0m
    0
    06:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    17:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £36
  • Buzz
    17h 10m
    0
    07:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    01:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £41
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 50m
    0
    09:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    18:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £45
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 20m
    0
    11:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £74

What are the fastest trips from Bradford to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Bradford in just 3h 32m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 3h 32m
Wednesday
from 3h 33m
Thursday
from 3h 33m
Friday
from 3h 55m
Saturday
from 5h 10m
Sunday
from 3h 50m
Monday
from 4h 20m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    17:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    13:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    17:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £61
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 34m
    0
    15:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    19:11
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    09:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £52
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    11:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    15:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £49
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    09:37
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £52
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    19:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £53
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 0m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    12:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £74
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    17:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £365
  • Ryanair
    9h 35m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    12:50
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    10:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Ryanair
    8h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Aer Lingus
    10h 55m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £184
  • Aer Lingus
    15h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £162
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    16:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £69
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £65
  • KLM Cityhopper
    9h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £234
  • Ryanair
    9h 55m
    0
    21:35
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    15h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    4h 20m
    0
    11:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 50m
    0
    09:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    18:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £45
  • Ryanair
    11h 0m
    0
    06:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    17:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £36
  • Buzz
    17h 10m
    0
    07:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    01:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £41
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    08:05
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    12:45
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bradford to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Bradford and Edinburgh?

In Bradford, you will usually depart from Interchange, Apperley Bridge Rail Station or Forster Square Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Bradford? With 5 connections between 3 Flight, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bradford and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £15 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Edinburgh in just 3h 32m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bradford and Edinburgh are National Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bradford and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Shipley or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bradford to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Bradford and Edinburgh, are National Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

Airlines: Ryanair, Aer Lingus, EasyJet Airline and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bradford to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bradford to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bradford to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Bradford?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Bradford.

How far is Edinburgh from Bradford?

The distance between Bradford and Edinburgh is 256.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bradford and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 44 kgs, and a flight 63 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bradford to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Bradford to Edinburgh?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 3h 32m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

More routes to Bradford and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bradford and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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