Leeds to Halifax train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Halifax

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£3

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

30 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

30 m

Trains on 05 Sept

89

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leeds to Halifax will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 89 trains from Leeds to Halifax, including 89 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 30 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.

  • Northern RailL89527
    5:240h38
    Leeds station (LDS)
    6:02Halifax station (HFX)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89529
    6:280h36
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:04Halifax station (HFX)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89535
    7:260h36
    Leeds station (LDS)
    8:02Halifax station (HFX)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89188
    5:120h33
    Leeds station (LDS)
    5:45Halifax station (HFX)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89537
    8:270h36
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:03Halifax station (HFX)
    £31One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leeds to Halifax

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £12.

Distance: 22 km

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Coach

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

£12

Average Price

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Halifax is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Halifax:

A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Leeds to Halifax costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Halifax is by train with an average journey time of 36m.

Other travel options to Halifax take longer:

Coach takes on average 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Halifax including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

Leeds to Halifax train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Halifax trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89225
On time
13:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
13:45 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89587
On time
13:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
14:03 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89102
On time
13:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
14:16 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89443
On time
13:47 Leeds station (LDS)
0h54
14:41 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG88984
On time
13:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
14:30 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89230
On time
14:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
14:46 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89594
On time
14:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h39
15:06 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89105
On time
14:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
15:16 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89455
On time
14:47 Leeds station (LDS)
0h57
15:44 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG88990
On time
14:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
15:29 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89235
On time
15:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
15:45 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89600
On time
15:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
16:03 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89075
On time
15:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
16:16 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89464
On time
15:47 Leeds station (LDS)
0h48
16:35 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG88995
On time
15:58 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
16:29 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89239
On time
16:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
16:45 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89605
On time
16:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
17:03 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89078
On time
16:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
17:16 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89473
On time
16:47 Leeds station (LDS)
0h57
17:44 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89001
On time
16:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
17:30 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89244
On time
17:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
17:45 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89609
On time
17:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h38
18:05 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89082
On time
17:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h35
18:17 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89479
On time
17:48 Leeds station (LDS)
0h56
18:44 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89005
On time
17:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
18:29 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89249
On time
18:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
18:46 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailC31717
On time
20:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
21:29 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89263
On time
21:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
21:46 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89645
On time
21:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
22:03 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89283
On time
21:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h35
22:17 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailC31719
On time
21:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
22:29 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89267
On time
22:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
22:43 Halifax station (HFX)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
Northern RailG891885:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
5:45 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL892415:19 Leeds station (LDS)
0h37
5:56 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL895275:24 Leeds station (LDS)
0h38
6:02 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890745:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
6:16 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889525:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
6:31 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG891926:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
6:44 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL892456:17 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
6:53 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL895296:28 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
7:04 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890776:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
7:16 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889556:58 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
7:28 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG891977:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h32
7:44 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL892497:18 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
7:51 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL895357:26 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
8:02 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890807:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
8:16 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889587:54 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
8:27 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG892028:13 Leeds station (LDS)
0h33
8:46 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL892528:17 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
8:53 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL895378:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
9:03 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890848:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
9:16 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889628:58 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
9:28 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG892079:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0h34
9:46 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL892559:18 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
9:54 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL895429:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
10:03 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890879:42 Leeds station (LDS)
0h35
10:17 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889659:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0h30
10:29 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8921310:13 Leeds station (LDS)
0h31
10:44 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8925810:17 Leeds station (LDS)
0h37
10:54 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8955110:27 Leeds station (LDS)
0h36
11:03 Halifax station (HFX)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Halifax

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Trains from Leeds to Halifax run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 30m.

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
Distance
22 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
30m
First train
0:10
Last train
23:39
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Northern Rail from Leeds to Halifax trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Leeds and Halifax from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
30m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Halifax

Things to do in Halifax

Discover the best of Halifax — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halifax trip today.

  • Must visit

The Piece Hall

A major covered cloth hall turned cultural venue, with heritage displays, shops and events. It is central to Halifax's identity and a key first stop.

  • Must visit

Shibden Hall

A timber-framed historic house museum with period rooms, costume displays and links to Anne Lister. It combines architecture, history and intimate scale.

  • Recommended

Calderdale Industrial Museum

A local history museum in a former carpet mill, covering Halifax life from the industrial era onward. A solid choice for understanding the town's past.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or no tip is fine.

FAQs: Leeds to Halifax train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds to Halifax can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Leeds to Halifax covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 30m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Leeds to Halifax is 22 km.
The first train from Leeds to Halifax leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Leeds to Halifax departs at 23:39.
Trains from Leeds to Halifax run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds to Halifax.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds and Halifax. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
To get from Leeds to Halifax, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Leeds to Halifax.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Halifax is Leeds station (LDS), and it arrives at Halifax station (HFX).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Halifax is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Leeds to Halifax in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leeds to Halifax offers scenic views of the Yorkshire countryside, passing through lush green landscapes and charming towns, making it a picturesque experience.
Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Halifax is feasible. The journey takes 30m, covering a distance of 22 km, with trains running 8 times per day.
To fully experience Halifax, including its maritime history, vibrant waterfront, and nearby attractions like Peggy's Cove, a stay of three to four days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds to Halifax.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Halifax

Most Leeds to Halifax trains use the Leeds to Halifax station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Halifax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Halifax
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Bramley (West Yorks)Bramley station, Swinnow Road, Bramley, West Yorkshire, LS13 4DU+44 8002006060ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bramley (West Yorks) from Leeds city centre

Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - Manchester Victoria, Leeds - Halifax, Leeds - Chester, Leeds - Bradford Interchange, Selby - Halifax, Hull - Halifax, Hull - Bradford Interchange, Leeds - Rochdale · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min
Bus72 · 18m · every ~17 min
72 · 19m · every ~17 min
508 · 23m · every ~6 min
4, 4F · 25m · every ~13 min

Bramley (West Yorks) train station facilities and services

Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre

Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min

Burley Park train station facilities and services

Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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