How much does a train ticket cost from Wakefield to Halifax?

The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Halifax start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Halifax?

The average train journey time from Wakefield to Halifax is 1h 4m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by Grand Central .

Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Halifax route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Northern , Grand Central .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wakefield to Halifax?

The earliest train from Wakefield to Halifax departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 16:24.

Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Halifax?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central , with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Halifax?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Grand Central has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wakefield to Halifax?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Halifax?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Wakefield to Halifax from £7

Next train departures

Next departures from Wakefield to Halifax on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:14	Wakefield Westgate	1h 2m	08:16	Halifax	CheapestFastest
Train	07:23	Wakefield Kirkgate	1h 4m	08:27	Halifax	No tags
Train	07:57	Wakefield Kirkgate	1h 6m	09:03	Halifax	No tags
Train	15:14	Wakefield Westgate	1h 2m	16:16	Halifax	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Halifax on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:14	Wakefield Westgate	1h 2m	08:16	Halifax	CheapestFastest
Train	07:23	Wakefield Kirkgate	1h 4m	08:27	Halifax	No tags
Train	07:57	Wakefield Kirkgate	1h 6m	09:03	Halifax	No tags
Train	15:14	Wakefield Westgate	1h 3m	16:17	Halifax	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Halifax on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Wakefield Westgate	1h 12m	10:07	Halifax	Cheapest
Train	10:12	Wakefield Westgate	1h 2m	11:14	Halifax	Fastest
Train	09:16	Wakefield Westgate	1h 11m	10:27	Halifax	No tags
Train	09:56	Wakefield Kirkgate	1h 10m	11:06	Halifax	No tags
Train	15:17	Wakefield Westgate	1h 10m	16:27	Halifax	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:24 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wakefield to Halifax

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 1 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 4mAverage duration

15 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£7 - £11	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £9	Average duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Grand Central

5/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

WiFi4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wakefield to Halifax by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Wakefield to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Halifax start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Halifax?
The average train journey time from Wakefield to Halifax is 1h 4m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Halifax route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Grand Central.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wakefield to Halifax?
The earliest train from Wakefield to Halifax departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 16:24.
Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Halifax?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Halifax?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Grand Central has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wakefield to Halifax?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Halifax?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£8

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£8

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The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Halifax was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wakefield to Halifax as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £8 for a train ticket from Wakefield to Halifax based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Wakefield to Halifax?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 15m	Avg price£9	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 4m	Avg price£9	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Wakefield and Halifax is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £9 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Halifax, choose the train, as it will take you from Wakefield to Halifax in about 1h 4m – that's the fastest way to get there!