The average train between Halifax and Birmingham NEC takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Birmingham NEC. 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 Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


3h 20m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes


2h 55m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Halifax to Birmingham NEC? 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 Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Birmingham NEC station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Halifax to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham International station.
Book your Halifax to Birmingham NEC train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Halifax and Birmingham NEC is 140.8 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Birmingham NEC via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham International in around 3h 37m.