How much does a bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham cost?

The bus ticket price from Bradford to Birmingham starts at US$12. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bradford to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Bradford to Birmingham?

The average travel time between Bradford and Birmingham is around 4h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 147 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bradford and Birmingham?

The number of buses from Bradford to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bradford to Birmingham?

When taking the bus from Bradford to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Flyer.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?

Buses travelling between Bradford and Birmingham leave from Bradford Interchange or Bradford Coach Station and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.

Bus Bradford to Birmingham from US$9 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h 40m	22:55	Coach Station	Cheapest
23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	No tags
08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	No tags
05:00	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h	09:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:45	Nelson Street, Bradford	4h 10m	16:55	Coach Station	Cheapest
05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	Fastest
05:35	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 25m	09:00	Coach Station	No tags
08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
07:25	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 35m	11:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Birmingham on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	3h 30m	02:50	BHM Airport	Fastest
02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags
13:20	BRADFORD Nelson Street	4h 20m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
02:30	Bradford Interchange	3h 55m	06:25	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:14 PM GMT.

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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

146 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$12 - US$69	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$14 - US$27	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Bus Bradford to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration4h 20m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure01:30

Distance146 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 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

3.5/511 124 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Flyer

3.5/519 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi4.4

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Bradford to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Birmingham?

Stops in Bradford

A - Bradford Interchange

B - Bradford Coach Station

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bradford - Birmingham

How much does a bus ticket from Bradford to Birmingham cost?
The bus ticket price from Bradford to Birmingham starts at US$12. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bradford to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bradford to Birmingham?
The average travel time between Bradford and Birmingham is around 4h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 147 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bradford and Birmingham?
The number of buses from Bradford to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bradford to Birmingham?
When taking the bus from Bradford to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Flyer.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bradford to Birmingham?
Buses travelling between Bradford and Birmingham leave from Bradford Interchange or Bradford Coach Station and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$28

30/10

US$38

Today

US$23

01/11

US$34

02/11

US$18

03/11

US$11

04/11

US$9

05/11

US$9

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Birmingham was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$9

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 US$9 to US$50 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 US$9, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Bradford to Birmingham but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bradford to Birmingham, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bradford to Birmingham will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bradford to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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