How do I get from Birmingham to Bradford without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Bradford without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Birmingham to Bradford?

Traveling from Birmingham to Bradford takes about 4h 45m on average, although the fastest bus will take 3h 20m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 91 miles (147 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Birmingham from Bradford?

About 91 miles (147 km) separate Birmingham and Bradford.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Birmingham to Bradford leave from Coach Station and arrive at Bradford Interchange. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bradford?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $10.

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

The average price of a one-way ticket from Birmingham to Bradford is $19. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $10 and $46, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Birmingham to Bradford Bus Tickets

TodayMay 4

from $9

TomorrowMay 5

from $15

TueMay 6

from $11

WedMay 7

from $12

ThuMay 8

from $8

FriMay 9

from $8

SatMay 10

from $8

SunMay 11

from $8

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 5 at 10:00am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: May 5 at 1:50pm
Destination city: Bradford
Destination location: Nelson Street, Bradford
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 5 at 2:25am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: BHM Airport
Arrival time: May 5 at 5:45am
Destination city: Bradford
Destination location: Nelson Street, Bradford
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m
Departure time: May 5 at 5:35am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: May 5 at 9:35am
Destination city: Bradford
Destination location: Nelson Street, Bradford
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: May 5 at 3:25pm
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Arrival time: May 5 at 7:40pm
Destination city: Bradford
Destination location: BRADFORD Nelson Street
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 15m
Departure time: May 5 at 5:35am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: May 5 at 9:35am
Destination city: Bradford
Destination location: Nelson Street, Bradford
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Bradford.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $46	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $28	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Birmingham to Bradford

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

$15Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham to Bradford: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19

Average bus trip duration4h 45m

Number of daily buses25

Earliest bus departure2:25am

Distance91 miles (146 km)

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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National Express

4/529,164 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 13 reviews, National Express received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $12.00

National Express Birmingham Bradford recent customer reviews

Major accident on the m1 so driver eventually managed to divert to get in to Sheffield that's why the late arrival in Bradford. Excellent service and polite.

Jane S.

November 27, 2021

Bus delayed 1 hour. No prior warning

Aasiya L.

December 28, 2023

Amazing my trip, I’m really enjoying my experience with national express

Yasmin G.

January 31, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/58,489 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,163 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Infobus

4/5465 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.7

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Birmingham to Bradford Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Bradford?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Bradford

A - Bradford Interchange

B - Bradford Coach Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Birmingham - Bradford

How do I get from Birmingham to Bradford without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Birmingham to Bradford?
How far is Birmingham from Bradford?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Bradford?
What is the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bradford?
How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford cost?

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

Best price found

05/02

$9

05/03

$17

Today

$9

05/05

$15

05/06

$11

05/07

$12

05/08

$8

05/09

$8

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Bradford was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $48 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-05-08.

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.

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Bradford will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bradford?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 45m	Avg Price$19	Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures1

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Bus Birmingham to Bradford: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Bradford?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Birmingham - Bradford

How do I get from Birmingham to Bradford without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Birmingham to Bradford?

How far is Birmingham from Bradford?

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

What is the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bradford?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bradford?

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