The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Halifax
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Halifax will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 2 trains that leave Luton 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 226 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
7:144h15Luton11:29Halifax£921One-way0 changes
9:264h03Luton13:29Halifax£1081One-way0 changes
9:264h03Luton13:29Halifax£1081One-way0 changes
7:144h15Luton11:29Halifax£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 226 km
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3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Luton to Halifax trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Grand Central Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grand Central Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Halifax.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Halifax.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Halifax.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Halifax
Trains from Luton to Halifax run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway from Luton to Halifax trainsGrand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Luton and Halifax from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton and Halifax
Most Luton to Halifax trains use the Luton to Halifax station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Halifax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Halifax leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Halifax station do trains from Luton 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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