What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Halifax?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Halifax is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Halifax?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Halifax is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Halifax via Peterborough and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Halifax?

The distance between Cambridge and Halifax is 172 miles. The road distance is 155.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Halifax without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Halifax without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Halifax?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Cambridge to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Halifax train from?

Cambridge to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Where does the Cambridge to Halifax train arrive?

Cambridge to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Halifax is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cambridge to Halifax.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Halifax?

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

There are 2544+ hotels available in Halifax.

Cambridge to Halifax - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Halifax by train, car, or bus

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Halifaxtrain
3h 30m
£60–90
Drive 154.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Halifaxcar 154.2 mi
2h 53m
£39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Stevenagetrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 49m
£69–110
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Halifaxtrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
4h 42m

Cambridge to Halifax by train

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Halifax via Peterborough and Leeds in around 3h 30m.

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