Manchester to Halifax train

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Halifax

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

Average

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

06:20PM0h42

Manchester

07:02PMHalifax

$71One-way

0 transfers

08:54AM0h43

Manchester

09:37AMHalifax

$71One-way

0 transfers

07:29AM0h44

Manchester

08:13AMHalifax

$81One-way

0 transfers

01:54PM0h43

Manchester

02:37PMHalifax

$111One-way

0 transfers

09:20AM0h42

Manchester

10:02AMHalifax

$111One-way

0 transfers

Manchester to Halifax train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Northern Rail	12:20PM Manchester	0h42	01:02PM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	07:29AM Manchester	0h44	08:13AM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	08:54AM Manchester	0h43	09:37AM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	09:20AM Manchester	0h42	10:02AM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	06:20PM Manchester	0h42	07:02PM Halifax	0 transfersDirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Halifax by train or bus

Sun
Dec 15

Mon
Dec 16

Tue
Dec 17

Wed
Dec 18

Thu
Dec 19

Fri
Dec 20

Sat
Dec 21

Fastest train times from Manchester to Halifax

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

42 m

Average

42 m

Trains per day

Distance

37 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester for Halifax every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

12:20PM0h42

Manchester

01:02PMHalifax

$171One-way

0 transfers

09:20AM0h42

Manchester

10:02AMHalifax

$111One-way

0 transfers

06:20PM0h42

Manchester

07:02PMHalifax

$71One-way

0 transfers

08:20AM0h42

Manchester

09:02AMHalifax

$111One-way

0 transfers

08:54AM0h43

Manchester

09:37AMHalifax

$71One-way

0 transfers

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Halifax

Trains from Manchester to Halifax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

22 miles (36 km)

Average train duration

55m

Cheapest ticket price

$5 (€4)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

39m

First train

00:08

Last train

23:54

Price information

Train providers: Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express from Manchester to Halifax trains

Buy your official Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Halifax from $5 (€4) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains to Halifax from Manchester. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Halifax train information:

Average Duration: 39 min
Cheapest Price: $5

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Halifax

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Halifax easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Halifax.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Halifax can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Halifax is $10 (€9); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Halifax train travel time is 39 min for the 22 mile (36 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Halifax leaves at 12: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Halifax leaves at 11: 54 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Manchester to Halifax which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Manchester to Halifax, you can count on Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Halifax. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester and Halifax and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Victoria, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Halifax, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Halifax from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 39 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Halifax by train is September.

You have options as you can travel from Manchester to Halifax 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Halifax

Manchester

Halifax

The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Halifax.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Costa
Annyeong
Franco Manca
Katsouris Deli

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
Baby changing facilities: No

Hotel

Copperhead Hotel
The Light Boutique ApartHotel
The Works ApartHotel
Travelodge

Public transit options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.