Reading to Halifax bus

Fri 06 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Halifax

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

10 h 35 m

Average duration

10 h 35 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

258 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Reading to Halifax will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Reading for Halifax every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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
03:2010h35
Reading
13:55Halifax
£551One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Halifax

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a flight costs an average of £120.

Distance: 258 km

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£61

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Cheapest

£123

Average Price

£150

Average Price

11h 2m

Average total duration

10h 32m

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4h 0m

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3h 30m

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4h 3m

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1h 3m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Reading to Halifax bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to Halifax coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:55
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national_express03:20 Reading
10h35
13:55 Halifax0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading to Halifax

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Buses from Reading to Halifax run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 10h 14m.

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
258 km
Average bus duration
10h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£50
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
10h 14m
First bus
00:18
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

FAQs: Reading to Halifax coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Halifax can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Halifax is £61; 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 Reading to Halifax is 10h 14m to travel the 258 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 Reading to Halifax leaves at 0:18. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Halifax leaves at 23:55.
A trip to Halifax from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Halifax is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Reading and Halifax including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from Reading to Halifax has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Halifax.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Reading to Halifax.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading to Halifax.
No, luggage for the coach from Reading to Halifax needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Reading to Halifax.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Halifax.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Halifax.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Reading to Halifax.

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