Train from London to Halifax: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Halifax on 28 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
HalifaxCheapestFastest
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
HalifaxNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:18 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Halifax

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 330, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
274 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 299 - R 814Average duration6h 41m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 591 - R 4 768Average duration2h 57m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 330 - R 826Average duration3h 50m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Halifax by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Halifax?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Halifax start from R 591. The average price for this train route is around R 1 539. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Halifax?

    The average train journey time from London to Halifax is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 271 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 38m and is operated by Grand Central.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Halifax route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Halifax?

    The earliest train from London to Halifax departs at 10:54. And the latest train departs at 18:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/01
R 566
27/01
R 940
Today
R 2 358
29/01
No data
30/01
No data
31/01
No data
01/02
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02/02
R 928
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Halifax was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 566

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

You can expect to pay from R 566 to R 2 753 for a train ticket from London to Halifax based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 928, which is on 2026-02-02.

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