The average train between Banbury and Halifax takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Banbury to Halifax. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Banbury and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Halifax at 11:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Banbury to Halifax? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Halifax station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Banbury to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Halifax station.
Book your Banbury to Halifax train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Banbury and Halifax is 187 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Halifax via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Printworks, and Manchester Victoria in around 3h 58m.