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Halifax to Portsmouth trains

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Trip Overview

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.

5h 34m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
£115
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Leeds to King's Crosstrain train Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
  2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 34m
£96–165

Halifax to Portsmouth train times

Trains run hourly between Halifax and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, 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.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 45m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 5m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 5m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Halifax to Portsmouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 282.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Portsmouth, England?

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.

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