The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Halifax
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Halifax will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Newcastle to Halifax you need to make at least one change.
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C00605Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newcastle to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 141 km
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£36 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Halifax trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W03400+ C26364+ C00605 | On time 08:09 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h25 | 11:34 Halifax station (HFX) | 2 changes | |
W03400+ C26364+ Y02358 | On time 08:09 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h05 | 11:14 Halifax station (HFX) | 2 changes | |
W03400+ W45844 | On time 08:09 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h17 | 11:26 Halifax station (HFX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Halifax
Trains from Newcastle to Halifax run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Newcastle to Halifax trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Newcastle and Halifax from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Newcastle to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Halifax
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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