Bus from London to Bradford: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Bradford on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Nelson Street, BradfordCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Finchley Road
      		Nelson Street, BradfordFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Nelson Street, BradfordNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
        		BRADFORD Nelson StreetNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Nelson Street, BradfordNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:49 PM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to go from London to Bradford

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          2carpool per day
          3h 50mAverage Duration
          172 milesDistance
          12kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$8 - $67Average Duration6h 45m
          7kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$27 - $431Average Duration2h 49m
          7kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$17 - $57Average Duration3h 50m
          12kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about traveling from London 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.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Bradford?

            The cheapest bus tickets from London to Bradford start from $8. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus ride from London to Bradford?

            The average bus trip duration from London to Bradford is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the London to Bradford route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Bradford?

            The earliest bus departs from London to Bradford at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Bradford?

            A bus trip from London to Bradford generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from London 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.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Bradford?

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

          8. Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Bradford?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London 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
          $37
          11/30
          $41
          Today
          $30
          12/02
          $18
          12/03
          $18
          12/04
          $18
          12/05
          $18
          12/06
          $18
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Bradford was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $18

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

          You can expect to pay from $18 to $63 for a bus ticket from London to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 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.

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

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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