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Eureka! The National Children's Museum
Award-winning family museum with Victorian streets, toys, transport, and social history. Halifax’s best museum for broad local heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 50 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Halifax will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Leeds to Halifax without transferring at least once.
NX131 · NX564
NX131 · NX564Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, while a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$16 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Halifax:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leeds to Halifax costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Halifax take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Halifax buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX131 · NX564 | 4:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 4h50 | 9:20 PM Halifax, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Leeds to Halifax run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $3 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:18, the last at 23:46. The fastest bus covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 12:18 AM |
Last bus 11:46 PM |
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Discover the best of Halifax — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halifax trip today.
Award-winning family museum with Victorian streets, toys, transport, and social history. Halifax’s best museum for broad local heritage.
Historic house museum of Anne Lister and the Rawson family. Essential for period interiors, queer history, and Shibden Valley setting.
Textile machinery museum in a former mill. Visit to see working looms and understand the engineering behind Yorkshire’s wool industry.
Restored Georgian and Victorian square-like courtyard packed with events and architecture. Halifax’s top place to stroll, meet, and absorb the town’s character.
Wooded valley parkland around Shibden Hall with paths, boating lake, and open views. Excellent for combining history with outdoor time.
Leafy public park with ornamental gardens, lake, and hillside views. Popular for walks and a relaxing break near the town centre.
A hearty Calderdale stew of corned beef, potatoes, onion and root veg, long linked with Halifax home cooking and local pubs.
A crumbly, sharp Yorkshire cheese traditionally eaten across West Yorkshire, often with fruit cake, biscuits or in savoury dishes.
A rich steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onion gravy, a classic Yorkshire comfort dish found in traditional Halifax-area pubs.
Elegant fine dining in Shibden Mill Inn with polished British cooking, tasting menus and a refined historic setting near Halifax.
Popular modern grill and steakhouse in Halifax, valued for generous portions, burgers and a lively casual atmosphere.
Historic Halifax pub known for real ale, steaks and classic British dishes in a traditional stone building with character.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are affordable, and budget eats are easy to find compared with larger tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Halifax by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halifax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Halifax buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Halifax bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
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