Milton Keynes to Halifax bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milton Keynes to Halifax

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£31

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£31

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 45 m

Buses on 18 Sept

1

Distance

200 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Halifax will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Milton Keynes to Halifax, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National Express
    11:353h45
    Milton Keynes
    15:20Halifax
    £311One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Milton Keynes to Halifax

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £72.

Distance: 200 km

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Coach
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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

5h 30m

Average total duration

5h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Halifax is a coach with an average price of £20.

This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Halifax:

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Halifax costing on average £72.

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Halifax is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.

Other travel options to Halifax take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and Halifax including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

Milton Keynes to Halifax bus times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Halifax coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus23:59 Milton Keynes
6h26
6:25 Halifax0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Halifax

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Buses from Milton Keynes to Halifax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 200 km distance in 5h 0m.

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
200 km
Average bus duration
5h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
0:18
Last bus
23:15
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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: National Express from Milton Keynes to HalifaxYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Halifax with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£20
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Bus providers: National Express from Milton Keynes to HalifaxYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Halifax with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£20
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Things to do in Halifax

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  • Must visit

The Piece Hall

A major covered cloth hall turned cultural venue, with heritage displays, shops and events. It is central to Halifax's identity and a key first stop.

  • Must visit

Shibden Hall

A timber-framed historic house museum with period rooms, costume displays and links to Anne Lister. It combines architecture, history and intimate scale.

  • Recommended

Calderdale Industrial Museum

A local history museum in a former carpet mill, covering Halifax life from the industrial era onward. A solid choice for understanding the town's past.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or no tip is fine.

FAQs: Milton Keynes to Halifax coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Halifax can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Milton Keynes to Halifax is £20; 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 Milton Keynes to Halifax is 5h 0m to travel the 200 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax leaves at 0:18. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax leaves at 23:15.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Milton Keynes to Halifax with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Halifax. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Milton Keynes and Halifax and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Milton Keynes , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Milton Keynes, Coachway, Northampton, Town Centre, Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park), Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) . When arriving in Halifax , you can end your route in coach stations like Bradford, Interchange Station, Huddersfield, Bus Station, Bradford, Nelson Street N2, Halifax, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milton Keynes, Coachway, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Halifax from Milton Keynes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and Halifax including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Halifax depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Halifax:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Halifax:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Halifax with the following coach company: National Express.

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