How to travel from Chester to Bradford, United Kingdom

The distance between Chester and Bradford is around 125km (78 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Chester to Bradford by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BradfordChester if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Bradford Interchange.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    £34($40)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Bradford Interchange Bridge Street.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    £7($8)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Bradford.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance125km (78 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chester and Bradford

There are several options for getting from Chester to Bradford by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £7 ($8) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £22 ($26).

The distance between Chester and Bradford is around 125km (78 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 101km (63 miles)

It takes around 1h 50m to get from Chester and Bradford by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chester to Bradford is to drive which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx £22 ($26).

The cheapest way to travel between Chester and Bradford, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £7 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chester and Bradford. It typically takes around 1h 50m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chester and Bradford with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 1h 50m.

Northern Rail run train services between Chester and Bradford. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 1h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Chester and Bradford. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Chester and Bradford with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 3hrs.

National Express run regular bus services between Chester and Bradford. Buses run once daily and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chester to Bradford. We recommend that you take the train to Bradford Interchange. instead which will take 1h 50m.

The closest major airport to Bradford is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Bradford. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Chester and Bradford. The distance is around 125km (78 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chester to Bradford is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around £34 ($40).

How do I get from Chester to Bradford

Compare travel optionsbetween Chester and Bradford

Transport options from Chester to Bradford
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 50m
£34($40)
every 2 hours128km (79 miles)
Bus
3hrs
£7($8)
once daily134km (83 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
£22($26)
on demand125km (78 miles)

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Airports near Bradford

The following major airports near Bradford offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Bradford
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Bradford
DSA
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
International Airport
Distance
60km (37 miles) from Bradford