Preston to Halifax train

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Cheap train tickets from Preston to Halifax

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

Average

$12

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

05:49PM1h47

Preston

07:36PMHalifax

$91One-way

0 transfers

04:44AM1h08

Preston

05:52AMHalifax

$121One-way

0 transfers

03:44PM1h09

Preston

04:53PMHalifax

$161One-way

0 transfers

Preston to Halifax train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Northern Rail	05:49PM Preston	1h47	07:36PM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	03:44PM Preston	1h09	04:53PM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	04:44AM Preston	1h08	05:52AM Halifax	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Preston to Halifax

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

1 h 8 m

Average

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

Distance

57 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for Halifax every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:44AM1h08

Preston

05:52AMHalifax

$121One-way

0 transfers

03:44PM1h09

Preston

04:53PMHalifax

$161One-way

0 transfers

05:49PM1h47

Preston

07:36PMHalifax

$91One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Halifax

Trains from Preston to Halifax run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) 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

35 miles (57 km)

Average train duration

1h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

$7 (€6)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 8m

First train

00:08

Last train

22:45

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston to Halifax trains

Northern Rail (3) trains will get you from Preston to Halifax from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Preston to Halifax train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 1 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $8

FAQs: Trains from Preston to Halifax

FAQs: Travel by train from Preston 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 Preston to Halifax.

Cheap train tickets from Preston to Halifax can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to Halifax is $12 (€11); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Preston to Halifax train time is 1 h 8 min covering the 35 mile (57 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Preston to Halifax leaves at 10: 50 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Preston to Halifax without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 3 direct trains from Preston to Halifax each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the trip from Preston to Halifax you can take a train with Northern Rail (3). Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Preston and Halifax on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 50 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Preston is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 8 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Halifax by train is March.

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

Popular train stations from Preston to Halifax

Preston

Halifax

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

Preston