The average train between Halifax and Lancaster takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Lancaster. 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 Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Lancaster station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.
Halifax to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Halifax and Lancaster is 72.3 km. The road distance is 104 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Halifax to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m.