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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Bradford to Manchester. Traveling by coach from Bradford to Manchester usually takes around 49 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 44 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (47 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 44m |
| Cheapest price | US$7.84 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Bradford to Manchester?
US$7.96 is the average price of a bus ticket from Bradford to Manchester. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Bradford to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bradford to Manchester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 0h 50m | US$9.40 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 49 minutes to cover the 29 miles from Bradford to Manchester. However, the fastest coach only takes 44 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Manchester, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Bradford to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Bradford to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Bradford to Manchester without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bradford to Manchester; ticket prices start at US$7.43.
City Information
Bradford
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Bradford is a mid-sized city in West Yorkshire, located slightly west of Leeds. Perhaps one of Bradford's best offerings is its natural beauty and fresh air. Visit Bradford to get mesmerized by its culture, history, and heritage while enjoying the countryside.
Start your cultural and historical tour at the Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, where there are four permanent galleries and seasonal contemporary exhibitions. Then, to discover why Bradford is designated a UNESCO City of Film, visit the Impressions Gallery next to City Park. You'll find modern photography works by famous artists. The Bradford Cathedral, Lister Park, and Shipley Glen are other beloved attractions in the city.
Families love Bradford because of its many parks and family-friendly entertainment zones. Kids will surely love Funzy, an inflatable theme park located at the Bradford Leisure Exchange. The Kirkgate Centre is home to established retail stores when you're seeking some retail therapy. However, for high street brands, your destination should be Forster Square Shopping Park.
Leeds Bradford Airport is very close, making the city very easy to reach by air. Northern Rail and TransPennine Express offer rail connections, and FlixBus and Megabus operate coach routes in the area.
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Bradford?
Main departure station: Bradford
Bradford's Central Coach Station is part of the larger Bradford Interchange on Bridge Street, where local buses, long-distance coaches, and trains connect. As a significant travel stop in the city, the interchange is decked out with all the amenities you could need: toilets, refreshment stands, newsagents, information, and a taxi stand. Several hotels are on the same block as the interchange, and attractions like the National Science and Media Museum and City Park are within a 5-minute walk. Popular routes from Bradford's Central Coach Station include Bradford to Brighton and Bradford to Manchester Airport.
All coach stations in Bradford:
Bradford
Where does the coach arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: New Moston
Coaches arrive in Manchester at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Manchester:
New Moston
Miles Platting
Manchester Coach Station
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