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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Wakefield Westgate | Bradford Forster Square | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Westgate | Bradford Forster Square | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Wakefield Westgate | Bradford Interchange | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Westgate | Bradford Forster Square | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Westgate | Bradford Interchange | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wakefield to Bradford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 51 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wakefield to Bradford by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Wakefield to Bradford?
The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Bradford start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £8. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Bradford?
The average train journey time from Wakefield to Bradford is 51m, covering a distance of 14 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 44m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Bradford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wakefield to Bradford?
The earliest train from Wakefield to Bradford departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 21:43.
Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Bradford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Bradford?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wakefield to Bradford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Bradford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Bradford was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wakefield to Bradford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £11 for a train ticket from Wakefield to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Wakefield to Bradford?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Wakefield and Bradford is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £8 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £4. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bradford, choose the train, as it will take you from Wakefield to Bradford in about 51m – that's the fastest way to get there!
