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The average train between Portsmouth and Halifax takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Portsmouth 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.

5h 41m
Duration
278 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain train Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
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5h 10m
£94–159

Portsmouth to Halifax train times

Trains run hourly between Portsmouth and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 4:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Halifax at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 45m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 12m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 38m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 19m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 32m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 18m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 32m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth 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.

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  • Distance: 278 mi
  • Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Halifax via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 5h 10m.

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