Ardrossan to Halifax by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:17 | |
| Departure station | Ardrossan | |
| Arrival station | Halifax | |
| Journey time | From 4h 58m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (286 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Ardrossan to Halifax by train
Looking to travel from Ardrossan to Halifax by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 18 minutes to travel from Ardrossan to Halifax by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 58 minutes though. You'll usually find 15 trains per day running along the 178 miles (286 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Halifax, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Halifax. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ardrossan to Halifax in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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