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Outbound fromBolton to Bradford by train
It takes an average of 2h 46m to travel from Bolton to Bradford by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (50 km). There are normally 79 trains per day travelling from Bolton to Bradford and tickets for this journey start from £9.10 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Bolton to Bradford by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bolton to Bradford? Look no further.
You'll usually find 79 trains per day running between Bolton and Bradford, which usually take 2 hours 46 minutes to complete the 31 miles (50 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 14 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bradford by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Bradford.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Bolton to Bradford start from £9.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bradford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bolton to Bradford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.