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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Halifax
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
4 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Halifax will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol 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 trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.
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- 8:014h41Bristol12:42Halifax£801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
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 £41.
Distance: 256 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£100 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Halifax trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Bristol | 4h36 | 14:36 Halifax | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Halifax
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Halifax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Bristol to Halifax trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol and Halifax from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Halifax by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halifax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Halifax
Most Bristol to Halifax trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Halifax station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Halifax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Halifax station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Halifax from Halifax city centre
Halifax train station facilities and services
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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