The average train between Halifax and Portsmouth takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Halifax to Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 23m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax to Portsmouth? 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 Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Halifax to Portsmouth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Halifax to Portsmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
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The distance between Halifax and Portsmouth is 328.5 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Portsmouth & Southsea via Leeds, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 34m.