Bus from Manchester to Bradford: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Bradford on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Nelson Street, BradfordCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		16 Broadway
      		Nelson Street, BradfordFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Nelson Street, BradfordNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Coach Station
          		Nelson Street, BradfordNo tags
          National ExpressBus
            		Coach Station
            		Nelson Street, BradfordNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 20:01 GMT.

            Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Bradford

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            1hAverage duration
            30 milesDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£5 - £16Average duration1h 5m
            1kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£4 - £24Average duration57m
            1kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average price£4 - £5Average duration1h
            2kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Bradford

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

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Bradford?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Bradford start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Bradford?

              The average bus journey time from Manchester to Bradford is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 49m and is operated by National Express.

            3. Which bus companies service the Manchester to Bradford route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Bradford?

              The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Bradford at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Bradford?

              A bus journey from Manchester to Bradford produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            25/11
            £9
            26/11
            £5
            Today
            £5
            28/11
            £6
            29/11
            £5
            30/11
            £5
            01/12
            £4
            02/12
            £4
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Bradford was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

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

            You can expect to pay from £4 to £15 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-02.

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