The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Halifax
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
8 h 6 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Halifax will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Halifax 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 404 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 6 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, train and flight for Plymouth to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 404 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£156 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Halifax
Trains from Plymouth to Halifax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £134 but you can travel from only £57 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £134 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Plymouth to Halifax trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Plymouth and Halifax from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Halifax
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- 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 the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 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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