The average train between Halifax and Big Ben takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is an hourly train service from Halifax to Big Ben. 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 Halifax and Big Ben. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Big Ben at 10:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax to Big Ben? 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 Halifax to Big Ben. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Big Ben station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Halifax to Big Ben train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Big Ben train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at King's Cross station.
The distance between Halifax and Big Ben is 272.5 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Big Ben via Leeds, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and Westminster station in around 3h 53m.