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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Halifax
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Halifax will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Oxford for Halifax every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 222 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£94 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Halifax trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:20 Oxford | 4h43 | 09:03 Halifax | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:59 Oxford | 5h07 | 14:06 Halifax | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Halifax
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Trains from Oxford to Halifax run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Oxford to Halifax trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Oxford and Halifax from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Halifax
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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