The average train between Runcorn and Halifax takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Halifax at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Halifax station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Runcorn to Halifax train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Halifax train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Halifax station.
Book your Runcorn to Halifax train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Halifax is 71.6 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Halifax via Liverpool Lime Street and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 14m.