Manchester to Bradford by bus
Bradford lies 47 km (29 mi) north-east of Manchester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 58 km (36 mi) of road.
| Manchester | Bradford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 568,996 | 366,187 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 110 m (361 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | M1–M99 | BD1–NE70 |
Where to book buses from Manchester to Bradford
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Staying in Bradford
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Common questions
How far is Bradford from Manchester?
47 km (29 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Manchester; by road roughly 58 km (36 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Bradford by bus?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manchester and Bradford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.