How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Bradford start from $15. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Bradford?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Bradford is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Bradford route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Bradford?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Bradford at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Bradford?

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 29741 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Bradford?

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 Birmingham to Bradford?

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 Birmingham to Bradford from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 15m	7:30pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	BHM Airport	3h 20m	5:45am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Coach Station	9h 20m	11:50pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:00am	Coach Station	14h 50m	11:50pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Coach Station	14h 50m	11:50pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Coach Station	9h 20m	11:50pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Coach Station	9h 20m	11:50pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 15m	7:30pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	BHM Airport	3h 20m	5:45am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Coach Station	10h	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Coach Station	10h	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Coach Station	10h	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Coach Station	7h 15m	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Coach Station	3h 45m	10:00am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	BHM Airport	3h 20m	5:45am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Coach Station	3h 30m	10:00am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	BHM Airport	3h 20m	5:45am	Nelson Street, Bradford	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Coach Station	4h	9:35am	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bradford on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	4h 10m	11:10am	BRADFORD Nelson Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15pm	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	4h 15m	7:30pm	BRADFORD Nelson Street	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Coach Station	9h 45m	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Coach Station	9h 45m	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Coach Station	9h 45m	4:15pm	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:36 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham 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 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, 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	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $91	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $35	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Bradford?

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

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 13 reviews, National Express received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $15

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

3.5/511,484 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,278 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Bradford by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Bradford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Bradford start from $15. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Bradford?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Bradford is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Bradford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Bradford?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Bradford at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Bradford?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Bradford generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Bradford?
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 29741 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Bradford?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Bradford?
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 Birmingham to Bradford?
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

11-29

$47

11-30

$15

Today

$18

12-02

No data

12-03

$16

12-04

$12

12-05

$14

12-06

$15

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Bradford was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $72 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.