The average train between Oxford and Halifax takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Halifax. 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 Oxford and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Halifax at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford to Halifax? 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 Oxford to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Halifax station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Oxford to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Halifax station.
Book your Oxford to Halifax train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oxford and Halifax is 222.1 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Halifax via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 7m.