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Trains from Reading West to Halifax (HFX)

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17

train journeys
per day

160

miles (258 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading West to Halifax (HFX)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Halifax , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Halifax is approximately 160 miles (258 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Halifax.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Halifax. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Halifax Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:43
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    18:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    18:15
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    22:12
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    00:11
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    11 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    06:44
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    14 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:48
    Reading West
    Halifax
    Reading West to Halifax

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Reading West and Halifax

The travel time between Reading West and Halifax by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Halifax vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Halifax. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Halifax.

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