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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Halifax
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Halifax will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Halifax every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:082h45Carlisle10:53Halifax£251One-way0 changes
- 8:082h45Carlisle10:53Halifax£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Carlisle to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Halifax trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 Carlisle | 2h45 | 10:53 Halifax | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Halifax
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Trains from Carlisle to Halifax run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Carlisle to Halifax trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Halifax from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Halifax by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halifax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Halifax
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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