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Eureka! The National Children's Museum
Award-winning family museum with Victorian streets, toys, transport, and social history. Halifax’s best museum for broad local heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$89
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
3 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 05
13
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Halifax will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from London to Halifax without transferring at least once.
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G89102Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $438.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$110 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Halifax:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Halifax costing on average $110 (€89).
A bus is $398 (€322) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Halifax costing on average $438 (€354).
Other travel options to Halifax take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 46m.
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Halifax trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G08088+ G89095 | On time 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h06 | 12:16 PM Halifax station (HFX) | 1 transfer | |
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C01972+ G88962 | 5:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h40 | 9:28 AM Halifax station (HFX) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from London to Halifax run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Halifax — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halifax trip today.
Award-winning family museum with Victorian streets, toys, transport, and social history. Halifax’s best museum for broad local heritage.
Historic house museum of Anne Lister and the Rawson family. Essential for period interiors, queer history, and Shibden Valley setting.
Textile machinery museum in a former mill. Visit to see working looms and understand the engineering behind Yorkshire’s wool industry.
Restored Georgian and Victorian square-like courtyard packed with events and architecture. Halifax’s top place to stroll, meet, and absorb the town’s character.
Wooded valley parkland around Shibden Hall with paths, boating lake, and open views. Excellent for combining history with outdoor time.
Leafy public park with ornamental gardens, lake, and hillside views. Popular for walks and a relaxing break near the town centre.
A hearty Calderdale stew of corned beef, potatoes, onion and root veg, long linked with Halifax home cooking and local pubs.
A crumbly, sharp Yorkshire cheese traditionally eaten across West Yorkshire, often with fruit cake, biscuits or in savoury dishes.
A rich steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onion gravy, a classic Yorkshire comfort dish found in traditional Halifax-area pubs.
Elegant fine dining in Shibden Mill Inn with polished British cooking, tasting menus and a refined historic setting near Halifax.
Popular modern grill and steakhouse in Halifax, valued for generous portions, burgers and a lively casual atmosphere.
Historic Halifax pub known for real ale, steaks and classic British dishes in a traditional stone building with character.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are affordable, and budget eats are easy to find compared with larger tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Halifax Railway Station -> Halifax Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Halifax by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halifax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Halifax trains use the London Kings Cross to Halifax station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Halifax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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