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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 and Buses to Bradford from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 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
8h 25m
£21
£21
1
Train
4h 6m
£61
£66
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Bradford from Edinburgh?

You can reach Bradford with just £21 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
Tuesday
from £21
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £21
Sunday
from £61

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    19:30
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    19:30
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 17m
    0
    10:08
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:25
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61
  • CrossCountry
    4h 13m
    0
    14:08
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:21
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 11m
    0
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    13:06
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £69
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 6m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:06
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £69
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 18m
    0
    12:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:09
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £70

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Bradford?

You can get to Bradford from Edinburgh in just 4h 6m 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
Tuesday
from 8h 25m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 8h 25m
Sunday
from 4h 6m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    19:30
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    19:30
    Bradford
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 6m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:06
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £69
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 11m
    0
    08:55
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    13:06
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £69
  • CrossCountry
    4h 13m
    0
    14:08
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:21
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61
  • CrossCountry
    4h 17m
    0
    10:08
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:25
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £61
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 18m
    0
    12:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:09
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £70
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 Haymarket Coach Stop, Princes Street or Haymarket Station, while in Bradford you will be arriving at Interchange, Thackley Corner Coach Stop or Greengates Crossroads Coach 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 2 connections between 1 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 Edinburgh and Bradford, you can pay as low as £21 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 Bradford in just 4h 6m.

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 FlixBus, CrossCountry 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 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 FlixBus, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and Avanti West Coast

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 2 connections between Train and Bus, 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 £21 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 4h 6m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

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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