The average train between Rochester and Halifax takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Halifax at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Halifax station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Rochester to Halifax train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Halifax train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Rochester to Halifax train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochester and Halifax is 304 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Halifax via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 3h 50m.