What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Godley Bridge via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Halifax?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Halifax is 35 miles. The road distance is 29.2 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Halifax without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax without a car is to line 41 bus and train which takes 1h 25m and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Halifax bus from?

Greater Manchester to Halifax bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Halifax bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Halifax bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Halifax is 29 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Halifax.

Where can I stay near Halifax?

There are 2530+ hotels available in Halifax.

Greater Manchester to Halifax - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 41 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Halifax by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 41 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
1h 25m
£12–22
Drive 29.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Halifaxcar 29.1 mi
55 min
£8–11
Tram, line 587 bus
1. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Station Entrancebus 587
3h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Halifaxtaxi 29.1 mi
55 min
£130–160
Bus, line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Godley Bridgebus 508
3h 20m

Greater Manchester to Halifax by bus and train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Halifax, England?

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Godley Bridge via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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