How to travel from Bradford to Belfast, United Kingdom
The distance between Bradford and Belfast is around 310km (193 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Bradford to Belfast by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Belfast → Bradford if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Belfast City (BHD).
- Duration2h 20m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost£125($150)
Aer Lingus
5 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St then Glasgow and then to Cairnryan Stena Terminal then take a ferry to Belfast.
- Duration11h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost£39($46)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Manchester Victoria and then to Liverpool Lime Street then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Belfast.
- Duration8h 45m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£100($120)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Cairnryan then take a ferry to Belfast.
- Duration6h 20m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost£60($71)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bradford and Belfast
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bradford to Belfast by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around £39 ($46) and will take around 11h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £125 ($150).
The distance between Bradford and Belfast is around 310km (193 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 286km (178 miles)
It takes around 8h 45m to get from Bradford and Belfast by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Bradford to Belfast is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx £125 ($150).
The cheapest way to travel between Bradford and Belfast is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around £39 ($46) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bradford and Belfast. We recommend that you fly from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Belfast City (BHD). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bradford and Belfast. We recommend that you fly from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Belfast City (BHD). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bradford and Belfast. Flights depart from Leeds Bradford (LBA) and arrive at Belfast City (BHD). The flight takes around 1h 10m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Bradford and Belfast with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 10m.
Aer Lingus fly between Bradford and Belfast. Flights depart from Leeds Bradford (LBA) and and arrive into Belfast City (BHD). These flights usually take around 1h 10m.
The flight from Bradford to Belfast typically takes around 1h 10m. Flights depart from Leeds Bradford (LBA) and and arrive into Belfast City (BHD).
The closest major airport to Belfast is George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) (BHD) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Belfast. Belfast International Airport (BFS) (BFS) and City of Derry Airport (LDY) (LDY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bradford to Belfast. We recommend that you take the train to Manchester Victoria and then to Liverpool Lime Street then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Belfast. instead which will take 8h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bradford to Belfast is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 8h 45m and will usually cost around £100 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bradford and Belfast
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 5 similar | 2h 20m | £125($150) | hourly | 310km (193 miles) |
| Train to Manchester Victoria, Fly | 2h 45m | £140($165) | hourly | 363km (226 miles) |
| Train to Manchester Victoria, plane | 2h 60m | £115($135) | hourly | 378km (235 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 20m | £90($105) | hourly | 411km (256 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 3h 40m | £52($61) | hourly | 481km (299 miles) |
| Train to Manchester Victoria, plane | 3h 40m | £120($140) | hourly | 425km (264 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 11h 10m | £39($46) | once daily | 632km (393 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 8h 45m | £100($120) | 3 times a week | 353km (220 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 8h 20m | £115($135) | once daily | 610km (379 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 10hrs | £225($265) | 4 times a day | 551km (343 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 6h 20m | £60($71) | every 4 hours | 421km (261 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bradford and Belfast
Train operators
First ScotRail Service
Transport for Wales
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Bus companies
Dodds of Troon
Scottish Citylink
Aircoach
Ferry operators
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Stena Line
Irish Ferries
Airports near Belfast
The following major airports near Belfast offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
- Distance
- 4km (3 miles) from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
- Distance
- 20km (12 miles) from Belfast
City of Derry Airport (LDY)
- Distance
- 93km (58 miles) from Belfast