The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Halifax
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Halifax will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rotherham 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 46 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
10:582h05Rotherham13:03Halifax£211One-way0 changes
10:582h05Rotherham13:03Halifax£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotherham to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 46 km
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£22 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotherham to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Halifax trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:58 Rotherham | 2h05 | 13:03 Halifax | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Halifax
Trains from Rotherham to Halifax run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 22:21 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Rotherham to Halifax trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Rotherham and Halifax from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotherham to Halifax train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Halifax
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
- 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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