The average train between Watford and Halifax takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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 Watford and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Halifax at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Halifax station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Watford to Halifax train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Halifax train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Watford to Halifax train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Watford and Halifax is 249.3 km. The road distance is 354 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 10m.