The average train between Folkestone and Halifax takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Halifax at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes


4h 4m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes


4h 4m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes


4h 4m • 2 changes


4h • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Halifax station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Folkestone to Halifax train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Halifax train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Folkestone to Halifax train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Folkestone and Halifax is 357.4 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Halifax via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 8m.