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W298668:462h47Halifax station (HFX)11:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£811One-way2 changes- G89080+W298668:163h17Halifax station (HFX)11:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£921One-way1 change
- L89539+W298628:152h51Halifax station (HFX)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way1 change
- G89202+G15894+L89655+
S120488:463h34Halifax station (HFX)12:20Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way3 changes - G89080+
W34090 · W339038:163h50Halifax station (HFX)12:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way2 changes
- G89202+G15894+W298668:462h47Halifax station (HFX)11:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£811One-way2 changes
- L89539+W298628:152h51Halifax station (HFX)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way1 change
- G89080+W298668:163h17Halifax station (HFX)11:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£921One-way1 change
- G89202+G15894+L89655+S120488:463h34Halifax station (HFX)12:20Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way3 changes
- G89080+W34090 · W339038:163h50Halifax station (HFX)12:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1031One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Halifax to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Halifax to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £19. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Halifax to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 137 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Halifax to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L89539+W29862 | 8:15 Halifax station (HFX) | 2h51 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G89080+W29866 | 8:16 Halifax station (HFX) | 3h17 | 11:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G89080+W29866+C16889 · Y81109 | 8:16 Halifax station (HFX) | 4h00 | 12:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 changes | |
| G89080+W33903 | 8:16 Halifax station (HFX) | 3h50 | 12:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Halifax to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Halifax to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Halifax and Birmingham from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Halifax to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Halifax and Birmingham
Most Halifax to Birmingham trains use the Halifax to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Halifax and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Halifax station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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