Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Halifax by train
| First train | 10:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | |
| Arrival station | Halifax | |
| Journey time | From 4h 7m | |
| Distance | 166 miles (267 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Halifax in 4 hours 7 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Halifax? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 56 minutes to travel the 166 miles (267 km) from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Halifax by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Halifax. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Halifax in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Halifax by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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