Cheap coach tickets from Halifax to Sheffield

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Coach from Halifax to Sheffield: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Halifax to Sheffield. Travelling by coach from Halifax to Sheffield usually takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours.

Distance
29 mi (46 km)
Shortest duration
2h
Cheapest price
£6.25
Trips per day
2
Most frequent service
National Express
Coach lines
1

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How much is a coach ticket from Halifax to Sheffield?

Coach tickets for a trip from Halifax to Sheffield cost about £7 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Halifax to Sheffield by travel date

£15£10£5NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Halifax to Sheffield in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £6 to £7. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 8 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Sheffield this week, coach tickets are available starting at £6.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Halifax to Sheffield?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Halifax to Sheffield. National Express is the one coach line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express22h 15m£6.83
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known coach company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travellers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, toilets, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Halifax to Sheffield

There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Halifax to Sheffield. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

2

Direct trips

2

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 29 miles from Halifax to Sheffield. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

29

Distance (km)

46

The first coach leaves at 6:15 and the last coach leaves at 6:30. To see the times for all coaches from Halifax to Sheffield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

6:15am

Latest coach

6:30am

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Sheffield at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Sheffield

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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.

Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city centre.

The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.

Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take a coach, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Halifax?

Main departure station: Halifax

Most coaches depart from the main station in Halifax.

All coach stations in Halifax:

  • Halifax

Where does the coach arrive in Sheffield?

Main arrival station: Meadowhall Interchange

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Meadowhall Interchange is located in northeast Sheffield and consists of a train station, tram stop, and a station for local buses and coaches. Pedestrian footbridges connect the coach station building, train platforms, park and ride car park, and tram stop to the Meadowhall shopping centre across the River Don. The coach station building offers amenities, including fast food and toilets; FlixBus, National Express, and Megabus coaches board in the coach lanes outside of this building. The train platforms serve Northern and TransPennine rail routes, and the tram connects Meadowhall with the centre of Sheffield.

Coach stations in Sheffield:

  • Meadowhall Interchange
  • Coach Station

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