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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Halifax (HFX)

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22

train journeys
per day

52

miles (84 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Halifax (HFX)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Halifax , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Halifax is approximately 52 miles (84 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Halifax.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Halifax. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Halifax Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:05
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    18:46
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    19:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    22:04
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    20:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    21:19
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    00:11
    Ellesmere Port
    Halifax
    Ellesmere Port to Halifax

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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

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 Ellesmere Port and Halifax

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Halifax by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Halifax vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Halifax. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Halifax.

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