The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Halifax
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Halifax will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Halifax every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
10:122h17Derby12:29Halifax£581One-way0 changes
16:102h19Derby18:29Halifax£591One-way0 changes
10:122h17Derby12:29Halifax£581One-way0 changes
16:102h19Derby18:29Halifax£591One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 92 km
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£30 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Derby to Halifax trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Halifax.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to Halifax.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Halifax.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Halifax.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Halifax
Trains from Derby to Halifax run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail from Derby to Halifax trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail trains will get you between Derby and Halifax from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Halifax
Most Derby to Halifax trains use the Derby to Halifax station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Halifax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Halifax leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Halifax station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Halifax from Halifax city centre
Halifax train station facilities and services
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: 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.
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