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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights to Bradford from Edinburgh. 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 Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 5m
£27
£42
2
Train
3h 45m
£61
£61
1
Flight
3h 35m
£51
£146
32

What is the cheapest way to reach Bradford from Edinburgh?

You can reach Bradford with just £27 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.

Friday
from £48
Saturday
from £32
Sunday
from £63
Monday
from £48
Tuesday
from £60
Wednesday
from £27
Thursday
from £27

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    8h 30m
    0
    22:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 25m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £99
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 0m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £144
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 50m
    0
    15:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 45m
    0
    08:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    11:52
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    25h 10m
    0
    10:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    24h 55m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £88
  • R Airlines
    3h 35m
    0
    10:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £187
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 40m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £193

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    6h 15m
    0
    13:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    11:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £136
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £150
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    16h 45m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £229

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    21h 45m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £60
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 30m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £174
  • KLM Cityhopper
    13h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £192

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    27h 25m
    0
    13:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • Ryanair
    23h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £61
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £100
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    18h 30m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £191

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    8h 25m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £51
  • Ryanair
    5h 30m
    0
    14:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £58
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 10m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £100

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Bradford?

You can get to Bradford from Edinburgh in just 3h 35m with a Flight from R Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 3h 45m
Saturday
from 9h 5m
Sunday
from 3h 35m
Monday
from 4h 0m
Tuesday
from 7h 30m
Wednesday
from 7h 15m
Thursday
from 3h 50m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 45m
    0
    08:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    11:52
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Flights Friday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 50m
    0
    15:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 0m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £144
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 25m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £99
  • Ryanair
    8h 30m
    0
    22:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £56
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • R Airlines
    3h 35m
    0
    10:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £187
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    18h 30m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £214
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 40m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £193
  • EasyJet Airline
    24h 55m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £88

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    11:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £136
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £150
  • Ryanair
    6h 15m
    0
    13:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 30m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £237
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Aer Lingus
    7h 30m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £174
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 20m
    0
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • KLM Cityhopper
    13h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £192
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    19h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £207

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Aer Lingus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £100
  • KLM Cityhopper
    12h 55m
    0
    20:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £501
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    18h 30m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £191
  • Ryanair
    23h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 50m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £181
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 10m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £100
  • Ryanair
    5h 30m
    0
    14:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £58
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £67
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    9h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    06:15
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    15h 45m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    14:25
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Bradford

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Bradford?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, while in Bradford you will be arriving at Interchange, Apperley Bridge Rail Station or Forster Square 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 Bradford from Edinburgh? With 5 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Flight 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 Edinburgh and Bradford, you can pay as low as £27 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 Flight from R Airlines: you will get to Bradford in just 3h 35m.

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 Edinburgh and Bradford are Eastern Air Lines (2011), Ryanair and EasyJet Airline, 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 Edinburgh and Bradford 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 Broomhouse or to Shipley, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford 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 Edinburgh to Bradford?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Bradford, are Eastern Air Lines (2011), Ryanair and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry

Airlines: Eastern Air Lines (2011), Ryanair, EasyJet Airline and 4 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Bradford

How can I reach Bradford from Edinburgh?

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

How far is Bradford from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bradford is 256.7 km.

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

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 Edinburgh to Bradford?

You can get to Bradford with just £27 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Bradford in just 3h 35m with a Flight from R Airlines.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Bradford

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

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