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Halifax to Long Preston trains

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The average train between Halifax and Long Preston takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Long Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 8m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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2h 38m
£19–36

Halifax to Long Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Halifax and Long Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Long Preston at 6:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited7h 13m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 31m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 31m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Halifax to Long Preston? 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.

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  • Distance: 58.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Long Preston, England?

You can take a train from Halifax to Long Preston via Leeds in around 2h 38m.

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