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Trip Overview

The average train between Halifax and Cardiff takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 57m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Halifax to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Halifax and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 39m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Halifax to Cardiff? 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.

Map of how to get from Halifax to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 201.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Halifax to Cardiff Central via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h.

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