4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Halifax
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Halifax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Halifax will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Halifax on Mon, Dec 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 43 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.
G90685Y25768G90680Y25765Y25767G90685G90680G90675Y25765Y25767
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Halifax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Halifax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 37 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Halifax train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Halifax trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:54 PM Manchester | 0h44 | 4:38 PM Halifax | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:54 PM Manchester | 0h44 | 6:38 PM Halifax | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| 4:51 AM Manchester | 0h52 | 5:43 AM Halifax | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:57 AM Manchester | 0h39 | 8:36 AM Halifax | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Halifax by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 15
Dec 16
Dec 17
Dec 18
Dec 19
Dec 20
Dec 21
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Halifax
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Halifax run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 38m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Manchester to Halifax trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Halifax from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Halifax
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Victoria, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Halifax, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Halifax
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Through a gate on Blind Lane, along a path (68 paces, 1:10 slope), up 23 steps and along the path (61 paces), up 32 steps across the footbridge (17 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform.
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station Entrance
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Junction of Devonshire Street North and Blind Lane
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Pottery Lane (A6010) under railway bridge.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
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
Most popular train connections from Manchester
More options for your journey from Manchester to Halifax
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Halifax and Manchester
Most popular train connections to Halifax
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
