The average train between Halifax and Southampton takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Halifax to Southampton. 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 Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Halifax to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Halifax to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Halifax to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Halifax and Southampton is 314.2 km. The road distance is 463 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Southampton Central via Leeds, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 19m.