How to travel from Exeter to Bradford, United Kingdom

The distance between Exeter and Bradford is around 452km (281 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Exeter to Bradford by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Leeds Bradford (LBA).

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    £205($240)
Operated by

Aer Lingus

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1 similiar route

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Train

Take the train to Leeds.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £140($165)
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Bus

Take the bus to Bristol City Centre and then to Bradford Interchange station.

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £30($35)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Bradford.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Distance452km (281 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Exeter and Bradford

There are several options for getting from Exeter to Bradford by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £30 ($35) and will take around 7h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £205 ($240).

The distance between Exeter and Bradford is around 452km (281 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 362km (225 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Exeter and Bradford by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Exeter to Bradford is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx £205 ($240).

The cheapest way to travel between Exeter and Bradford, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £30 ($35) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Exeter and Bradford. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Exeter to Bradford. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Leeds. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 55m.

CrossCountry run train services between Exeter and Bradford. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 4h 55m, 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 Exeter and Bradford. It typically takes around 7h 40m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Exeter to Bradford. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bristol City Centre. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 7h 40m.

FlixBus and Megabus UK run regular bus services between Exeter and Bradford. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 7h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Exeter and Bradford. Flights depart from Exeter (EXT) and arrive at Leeds Bradford (LBA) - via Belfast City (BHD). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Exeter to Bradford. There is however a flight that goes via Belfast City (BHD). This services will take at least 3h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Exeter to Bradford typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Exeter (EXT) and and arrive into Leeds Bradford (LBA).

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 Exeter and Bradford. The distance is around 452km (281 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Exeter to Bradford is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around £140 ($165).

How do I get from Exeter to Bradford

Compare travel optionsbetween Exeter and Bradford

Transport options from Exeter to Bradford
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 30m
£205($240)
hourly772km (480 miles)
Plane and Train3h 30m
£180($215)
once daily696km (433 miles)
Train
4h 55m
£140($165)
every 3 hours464km (288 miles)
Bus
7h 40m
£30($35)
3 times a week470km (292 miles)
Drive
4h 40m
£79($95)
on demand452km (281 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