The average train between Halifax and Prescot takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax to Prescot. 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 Halifax and Prescot. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Prescot at 10:33 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Prescot station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Halifax to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.
Book your Halifax to Prescot train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Halifax and Prescot is 70.4 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Halifax to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 10m.