Bristol to Halifax bus with Megabus

Fri 19 Dec
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Compare coach and train for Bristol to Halifax

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 256 km

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£18

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£115

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5h 53m

Average total duration

5h 23m

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4h 25m

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3h 55m

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Live departures

Bristol to Halifax bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Halifax coaches for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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meinfernbus_flixbus10:05 Bristol
5h45
15:50 Halifax0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus10:20 Bristol
5h45
16:05 Halifax0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus12:40 Bristol
5h40
18:20 Halifax0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Halifax

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Buses from Bristol to Halifax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 4h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
256 km
Average bus duration
5h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus from Bristol to HalifaxYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Halifax with Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Bristol to Halifax coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Halifax by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halifax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Halifax can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Halifax is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Halifax is 5 h 20 min   to travel the 159 mile long route, with around there are 6 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bristol to Halifax leaves at 03: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bristol to Halifax leaves at 23: 15.
There are 6 coaches a day from Bristol to Halifax which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Bristol to Halifax you can take a coach with Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Bristol to Halifax on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Halifax by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel between Bristol and Halifax 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bristol to Halifax has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Halifax.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to Halifax.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Halifax, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Halifax.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bristol to Halifax needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bristol to Halifax.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Halifax.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Halifax.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bristol to Halifax.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Halifax

    Bristol
    Halifax
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    11 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    North Side Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the terminal (in the station)
    • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
    • Bus: A1, A2
    Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus)
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