What is the best way to travel from Bolton to Bradford?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Bradford from Bolton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Bradford from Bolton?
You can get to Bradford with just $53 by taking a Train from Northern, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Northern2h 12m010:25 AMBoltonCentral Station12:37 PMBradfordForster Square Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 AM to Forster Square Station, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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What are the fastest trips from Bolton to Bradford?
You can get to Bradford from Bolton in just 2h 12m with a Train from Northern. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Northern2h 12m010:25 AMBoltonCentral Station12:37 PMBradfordForster Square Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 AM to Forster Square Station, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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Bus from Bolton to Bradford
What are the most popular stations in Bolton and Bradford?
In Bolton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, while in Bradford you will be arriving at Interchange, Apperley Bridge Rail Station or Forster Square Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bradford from Bolton? With 1 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bolton and Bradford, you can pay as low as $53 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Bradford in just 2h 12m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bolton and Bradford are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bolton and Bradford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Astley Bridge or to Shipley, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bolton to Bradford?
The most popular companies between Bolton and Bradford, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Bolton to Bradford
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bolton to Bradford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bolton to Bradford
How can I reach Bradford from Bolton?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bradford from Bolton.
How far is Bradford from Bolton?
The distance between Bolton and Bradford is 31.3 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bolton and Bradford?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 12 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bolton to Bradford?
You can get to Bradford with just $53 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Bradford?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bradford in just 2h 12m with a Train from Northern.
More routes to Bolton and to Bradford
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bolton and to Bradford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Bolton
- Glasgow to Bolton
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Bolton
- Trips to Bradford
- Birmingham to Bradford
- Bristol to Bradford
- Derby to Bradford
- Exeter to Bradford
- Glasgow to Bradford
- Leicester to Bradford
- London Gatwick Airport to Bradford
- London Heathrow Airport to Bradford
- Luton to Bradford
- Milton Keynes to Bradford
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Bradford
- Northampton to Bradford
- Nottingham to Bradford
- Sheffield to Bradford
- Stoke-on-Trent to Bradford

