The average train between Gateshead and Halifax takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is an hourly train service from Gateshead 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 hourly between Gateshead and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Halifax at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Halifax station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Gateshead to Halifax train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Halifax train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Halifax station.
Book your Gateshead to Halifax train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Gateshead and Halifax is 139.4 km. The road distance is 196 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Halifax via Leeds in around 2h 4m.