Reading to Halifax by train

  • First train
    00:51
  • Last train
    21:45
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 42m
  • Distance
    259 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    35
  • Avg. journey time
    4hr 48m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

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Explore Reading to Halifax by train

Thinking about travelling from Reading to Halifax by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train travel between Reading and Halifax: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Reading to Halifax:

  • Cheapest tickets: €151.76

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 months in advance.

Reading to Halifax departure frequency and train timetable

With 35 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 21 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:51 and the last one is at 20:15. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:15, with the last one at 21:45.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Reading to Halifax?

On this route spanning 259 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 42 minutes.

When are tickets between Reading and Halifax available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Reading and Halifax can be purchased 3 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Reading to Halifax travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Halifax.

FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Halifax

Want to know more about your journey from Reading to Halifax? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How far is it from Reading to Halifax by train?

The train journey between Reading and Halifax spans 259 kilometres.

What is the Reading to Halifax train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs €151.76. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Reading to Halifax?

Tickets for this journey become available 3 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Halifax?

The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 42 minutes.

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