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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Bradford to Bury St Edmunds. Traveling by train from Bradford to Bury St Edmunds usually takes around 4 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 149 mi (239 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 51m |
| Lowest price | £91.74 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bradford to Bury St Edmunds?
Northern Rail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Bradford to Bury St Edmunds. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 8 | 4h 8m | £91.74 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Bradford to Bury St Edmunds start from £92, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Bury St Edmunds. Northern Rail + Connections in Bradford leaves from Frizinghall . And in Bury St Edmunds trains arrive at Bury St Edmunds Train Station .
From Bradford to Bury St Edmunds train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bury St Edmunds faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Bradford and Bury St Edmunds is approximately 149 miles, or 239 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 7 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 51 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bradford to Bury St Edmunds. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bradford at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bury St Edmunds to Bradford.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bradford?
Main departure station: Frizinghall
Frizinghall Railway Station is in the Frizinghall district of Bradford. It is an unstaffed station located north of Bradford's city centre, in a relatively quiet residential neighbourhood. The station includes shelters on both platforms but few amenities beyond that since it is an outdoor stop. Northern Rail operates routes through Frizinghall Station that connect Bradford to Skipton and Ilkley.
All train stations in Bradford:
Frizinghall
Where is the train station in Bury St Edmunds?
Main arrival station: Bury St Edmunds Train Station
Bury St Edmunds has one train station.
Train stations in Bury St Edmunds:
Bury St Edmunds Train Station
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