The average train between Halifax and Bristol takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Halifax and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Bristol at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Halifax to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Halifax to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Halifax to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Halifax and Bristol is 256.5 km. The road distance is 362 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 22m.