What is the cheapest way to get from Halifax to Birstall?

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Birstall is to bus via Nottingham which costs £12 - £25 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Halifax to Birstall?

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Birstall is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Birstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax station to Birstall. However, there are services departing from Halifax Bus Station and arriving at Greengate Lane via Leeds City Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Lemyngton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Birstall?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Birstall. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Leeds and Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Halifax to Birstall?

The distance between Halifax and Birstall is 121 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

How do I travel from Halifax to Birstall without a car?

The best way to get from Halifax to Birstall without a car is to train via Chesterfield which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Halifax to Birstall?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Halifax to Birstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Birstall bus from?

Halifax to Birstall bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from Halifax Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Birstall train from?

Halifax to Birstall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.

Train or bus from Halifax to Birstall?

The best way to get from Halifax to Birstall is to train via Chesterfield which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Nottingham, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Halifax to Birstall bus arrive?

Halifax to Birstall bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Halifax to Birstall train arrive?

Halifax to Birstall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Birstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Birstall is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Halifax to Birstall.

Where can I stay near Birstall?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Birstall.

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There are 5 ways to get from Halifax to Birstall by train, bus, or car

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Train via Chesterfield
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Chesterfield to Loughborough (Leics)train
4h 2m
£49–93
Bus via Nottingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 10m
£13–25
Drive 95.4 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Birstallcar 95.4 mi
1h 53m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Halifax to Leedstrain Bradford Interchange - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
4h 43m
£42–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
5h 41m
£22–51

Halifax to Birstall by train and bus

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Birstall, Leicestershire, England?

You can take a train from Halifax to Greengate Lane via Leeds, Chesterfield, Loughborough (Leics), Railway Station, Baxter Gate, and Lemyngton Street in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halifax Bus Station to Greengate Lane via Leeds City Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Baxter Gate, and Lemyngton Street in around 5h 10m.

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