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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Halifax (HFX)

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25

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Halifax (HFX)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Halifax , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Halifax is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Halifax.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Halifax. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Halifax Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:42
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:36
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:06
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:34
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    16:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:34
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:29
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    18:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:31
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:34
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:36
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:08
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    20:53
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:34
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:36
    Carlisle
    Halifax
    Carlisle to Halifax

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Halifax Station

Station name Halifax (HFX)
Address Halifax station, Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday Closed
Monday 06:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 19:00
Thursday 06:30 - 19:00
Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Halifax

The travel time between Carlisle and Halifax by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Halifax vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Halifax can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Halifax. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Halifax.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carlisle and Halifax, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.