Halifax to Portsmouth train

Fri 05 Dec
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Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
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West Midlands Trains
1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£94

Average price

£94

Fastest journey

6 h 17 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

329 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Halifax to Portsmouth will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Halifax for Portsmouth 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 329 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 17 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.

Southern
04:596h17
Halifax
11:16Portsmouth
£941One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Halifax to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Halifax to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £88.

Distance: 329 km

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Coach

£129

Average Price

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 10m

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30m

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8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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Live departures

Halifax to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:37
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southern04:59 Halifax
6h17
11:16 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
southern07:16 Halifax
6h01
13:17 Portsmouth0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Halifax to Portsmouth

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Trains from Halifax to Portsmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 5h 41m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance
329 km
Average train duration
6h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£88
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
5h 41m
First train
04:03
Last train
20:32
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19

FAQs: Halifax to Portsmouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The cost of a train ticket from Halifax to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £88, while the average price tends to be around £129.
The train distance from Halifax to Portsmouth is 329 km.
The last train from Halifax to Portsmouth departs at 20:32.
There is no night train service from Halifax to Portsmouth.
The train journey from Halifax to Portsmouth offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring picturesque views of the Yorkshire countryside and coastal scenes closer to Portsmouth.
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
Booking trains from Halifax to Portsmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Halifax to Portsmouth covers a distance of 329 km and takes approximately 5h 41m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Halifax that goes to Portsmouth is Halifax station (HFX), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The first train from Halifax to Portsmouth leaves at 4:03.
Trains from Halifax to Portsmouth run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Halifax to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Halifax to Portsmouth.
To get from Halifax to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Halifax to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 41m, which exceeds the threshold. The frequency of trains is 3 per day. The distance is 329 km.

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Important Stations and Airports in Halifax and Portsmouth

Halifax
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Halifax is Halifax. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Halifax for your trip from Halifax to Portsmouth.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: adjacent to booking office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Halifax
  • 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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