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Outbound fromYork to Bradford Forster Square by train
It takes an average of 1h 28m to travel from York to Bradford Forster Square by train, over a distance of around 29 miles (47 km). There are normally 55 trains per day travelling from York to Bradford Forster Square and tickets for this journey start from £7.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:14 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Bradford Forster Square | |
| Journey time | From 57m | |
| Distance | 29 miles (47 km) | |
| Frequency | 55 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7.10 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from York to Bradford Forster Square
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The train from York to Bradford Forster Square usually takes 1 hour 28 minutes on average to travel 29 miles (47 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 57 minutes. You can expect to find 55 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bradford Forster Square, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from York to Bradford Forster Square if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £7.10. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from York to Bradford Forster Square
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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 York to Bradford Forster Square 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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