The average train between Halifax and Wales takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Wales at 1:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Halifax to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Wales station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Halifax to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Halifax to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Halifax and Wales is 202.6 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Cardiff Central via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 56m.