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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 Buses and Trains to Edinburgh from Bradford. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 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 25m
£17
£20
4
Train
3h 33m
£42
£65
12

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Bradford?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £17 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.

Monday
from £19
Tuesday
from £19
Wednesday
from £19
Thursday
from £19
Friday
from £17
Saturday
from £19
Sunday
from £19

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • 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 £61

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:45
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    08:50
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 3m
    0
    09:36
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    13:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £42
  • Northern
    4h 14m
    0
    10:24
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    14:38
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68
  • Grand Central
    5h 25m
    0
    08:06
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    13:31
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Grand Central
    Economy
    from £77
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 4m
    0
    09:35
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £77

What are the fastest trips from Bradford to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Bradford in just 3h 33m 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.

Monday
from 3h 33m
Tuesday
from 6h 25m
Wednesday
from 6h 25m
Thursday
from 6h 25m
Friday
from 6h 25m
Saturday
from 6h 25m
Sunday
from 4h 3m

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • 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 £61

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    08:50
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:15
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:45
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 3m
    0
    09:36
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    13:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £42
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 4m
    0
    09:35
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    13:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £77
  • Northern
    4h 14m
    0
    10:24
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    14:38
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68
  • Grand Central
    5h 25m
    0
    08:06
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    13:31
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Grand Central
    Economy
    from £77

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    01:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    20:50
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
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, Thackley Corner Coach Stop or Greengates Crossroads Coach Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Haymarket Coach Stop, Princes Street or Haymarket Station, 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 2 connections between 5 Bus and Train 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 £17 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 33m.

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, FlixBus and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), 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, FlixBus and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). 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), Northern and Grand Central

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 2 connections between Bus and Train, 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 £17 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 33m 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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