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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Halifax (HFX)

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35

train journeys
per day

163

miles (262 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Halifax (HFX)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax is approximately 163 miles (262 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    11:29
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 1 change
    13:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:08
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    15:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    16:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    16:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:05
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Halifax
    Edinburgh Waverley to Halifax

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Halifax Station

Station name Halifax (HFX)
Address Halifax station, Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday Closed
Monday 06:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 19:00
Thursday 06:30 - 19:00
Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Halifax. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Halifax, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.