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It takes an average of 5h 26m to travel from Reading to Halifax by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (258 km). There are normally 77 trains per day travelling from Reading to Halifax and tickets for this journey start from £37.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:24 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Halifax | |
| Journey time | From 3h 46m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (258 km) | |
| Frequency | 77 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £37.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Reading to Halifax by train
Looking to travel from Reading to Halifax by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 26 minutes to travel from Reading to Halifax by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 46 minutes though. You'll usually find 77 trains per day running along the 161 miles (258 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Halifax, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to get to Halifax. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Reading to Halifax in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £37.40.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading to Halifax?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.