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| Bus | 16 Broadway | Nelson Street, Bradford | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Bradford
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 R 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Bradford?
Stops in Manchester
- A16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- B
Manchester Airport
- CShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Stops in Bradford
- A2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
- B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU
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Customers appreciate the punctuality, cleanliness, and courteous drivers of the service. They enjoy smooth rides with friendly and professional staff. Overall, there are no major complaints about delays or dissatisfaction mentioned in the reviews.
National Express Manchester Bradford recent customer reviews
Driver was very friendly professional knowledgable and very helpful, good driving experience exceptional customer service
Samina K.
Coach was very noisy, horrible noise was coming out from engine component
Zubair S.
Very nice bus driver
Melody G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Bradford by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Bradford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Bradford start at R 105. The average price for this route is around R 155. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 48 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 49m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Bradford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Bradford?
A bus trip from Manchester to Bradford produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bradford was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 96To 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 R 96 to R 326 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 R 96, which is on 2025-12-11.
