Trains to Halifax from Swindon (Wilts)
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:36 | |
| Departure station | Swindon (Wilts) | |
| Arrival station | Halifax | |
| Journey time | From 4h 19m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travel from Swindon (Wilts) to Halifax by train in 4 hours 19 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Swindon (Wilts) to Halifax by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Swindon (Wilts) to Halifax by train is 6 hours 14 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 19 minutes. You'll usually find 40 trains per day travelling the 149 miles (240 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Halifax. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Halifax, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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