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What is the best way to travel from Bradford to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights, Trains and Buses for the journey to Edinburgh from Bradford. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 25m
$20
$36
4
Train
3h 31m
$65
$88
11
Flight
6h 15m
$60
$226
18

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Bradford?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $20 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $23
Saturday
from $20
Sunday
from $23
Monday
from $28
Tuesday
from $25
Wednesday
from $25
Thursday
from $26

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:45 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 31m
    0
    7:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    11:08 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $98
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    1:37 PM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    5:09 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $99
  • Northern
    3h 40m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $105
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    1:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $108

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    6:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 58m
    0
    8:41 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    1:39 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $68
  • Northern
    4h 51m
    0
    9:36 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    2:27 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $85
  • Northern
    4h 55m
    0
    10:36 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    3:31 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $85
  • Grand Central
    5h 33m
    0
    8:06 AM
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    1:39 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Grand Central
    Economy
    from $102

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    12h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $60
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 45m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $92
  • Buzz
    6h 15m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $114
  • Aer Lingus
    13h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    7:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from $420

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 1m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    1:38 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $65
  • Northern
    4h 30m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    10:28 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $67

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26

What are the fastest trips from Bradford to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Bradford in just 3h 31m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). 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.

Friday
from 3h 31m
Saturday
from 6h 20m
Sunday
from 4h 51m
Monday
from 6h 25m
Tuesday
from 6h 15m
Wednesday
from 4h 1m
Thursday
from 6h 25m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 31m
    0
    7:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    11:08 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $98
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 32m
    0
    1:37 PM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    5:09 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $99
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    1:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $108
  • Northern
    3h 40m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $105
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:45 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 51m
    0
    9:36 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    2:27 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $85
  • Northern
    4h 55m
    0
    10:36 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    3:31 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $85
  • Northern
    4h 58m
    0
    8:41 AM
    Bradford
    Menston Train Station
    1:39 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $68
  • Grand Central
    5h 33m
    0
    8:06 AM
    Bradford
    Low Moor Train Station
    1:39 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Grand Central
    Economy
    from $102
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    6:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Buzz
    6h 15m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $114
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 45m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $92
  • Ryanair
    12h 40m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aer Lingus
    13h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    7:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from $420
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 1m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    1:38 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $65
  • Northern
    4h 30m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Bradford
    Forster Square Station
    10:28 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $67
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Bradford
    Interchange
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bradford to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Bradford and Edinburgh?

In Bradford, you will usually depart from Interchange, Thackley Corner Bus Stop or Greengates Crossroads Bus Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Haymarket Bus Stop, Princes Street or Haymarket 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 Edinburgh from Bradford? With 4 connections between 5 Flight, 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 Bradford and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $20 with a Bus from National Express.

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 London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Edinburgh in just 3h 31m.

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 Bradford and Edinburgh are National Express, FlixBus and 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 Bradford and Edinburgh 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 Shipley or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Edinburgh 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 Bradford to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Bradford and Edinburgh, are National Express, FlixBus and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Northern, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and Grand Central

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), Buzz and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bradford to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bradford to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bradford to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Bradford?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Bradford.

How far is Edinburgh from Bradford?

The distance between Bradford and Edinburgh is 159.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bradford and Edinburgh?

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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 44 kgs, and a flight 63 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bradford to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $20 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Bradford to Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh in just 3h 31m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

More routes to Bradford and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bradford and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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