How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bradford to Birmingham start from £10. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Bradford to Birmingham is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bradford to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Flyer .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Birmingham at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham?

A bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Birmingham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bradford to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bradford to Birmingham from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	07:25	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 35m	11:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
	Bus	05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
	Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Flyer + National Express	Bus	06:08	Keighley Road Oak Lane	5h 52m	12:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
	Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
	Bus	13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
National Express + Megabus	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	18h 20m	18:10	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	6h 45m	13:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
Flyer + National Express	Bus	05:54	Keighley Road Oak Lane	6h 6m	12:00	Coach Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	6h 45m	13:00	Coach Station	No tags
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	6h 35m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
	Bus	23:50	Nelson Street, Bradford	6h 35m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bradford to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

91 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £36	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £20	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Birmingham?

Stops in Bradford

A
Bradford Interchange
2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
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B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,748 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality, good service, and comfortable seats. The drivers were noted for being friendly and helpful, providing excellent driving experiences. However, some users mentioned difficulty in finding the terminal at Bradford and suggested updating the coaches to improve stability during travel.

National Express Bradford Birmingham recent customer reviews

The driver was good natured and helpful and knew his intimately on the route. I would highly recommend bringing in some new coaches as this one swayed a bit. Otherwise, magnificent!

Asad B.

14 August 2024

Worst, from Sheffield we were transferred to local taxi service by National Express for further travel to Birmingham.

Awais J.

15 July 2023

The drivers on both trips were very friendly, we had a great trip and the driving was excellent

Phill E.

30 April 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Flyer

3.5/519 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi4.4

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bradford to Birmingham

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bradford to Birmingham start from £10. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Bradford to Birmingham is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bradford to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Flyer.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Birmingham at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Bradford to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bradford to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/12

£29

03/12

£34

Today

£10

05/12

£8

06/12

£11

07/12

£8

08/12

£7

09/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Birmingham was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bradford to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £39 for a bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.