The average train between Exeter and Halifax takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Halifax at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Halifax station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Exeter to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Halifax train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Exeter to Halifax train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Halifax is 351.9 km. The road distance is 473 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Leeds every 2 hours. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 34m.