What is the cheapest way to get from Halifax to Prescot?

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Prescot is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Halifax to Prescot?

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Prescot is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Hopwood Lane and arriving at Tinling Close via Rochdale Interchange, Bolton Interchange, Wigan Rail Stations and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Whiston via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Halifax to Prescot?

The distance between Halifax and Prescot is 56 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

How do I travel from Halifax to Prescot without a car?

The best way to get from Halifax to Prescot without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Halifax to Prescot?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Halifax to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Prescot bus from?

Halifax to Prescot bus services, operated by Team Pennine, depart from Hopwood Lane station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Prescot train from?

Halifax to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.

Train or bus from Halifax to Prescot?

The best way to get from Halifax to Prescot is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 471 bus and line 607 bus, which costs and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Halifax to Prescot bus arrive?

Halifax to Prescot bus services, operated by Team Pennine, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Halifax to Prescot train arrive?

Halifax to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Prescot is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Halifax to Prescot.

How do I get a train ticket from Halifax to Prescot?

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Halifax to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 471 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Halifax to Prescot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Newton-le-Willowstrain Leeds - Chester
1h 54m
£18–33
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Halifax to Prescotcar 51.2 mi
1h 4m
£13–19
Bus, line 471 bus, line 607 bus
1. Take the bus from Hopwood Lane to Rochdale Interchangebus 587
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Wallgatebus 607
4h 57m
Train, line 612 bus
1. Take the train from Halifax to Newton-le-Willowstrain Leeds - Chester
2. Take the bus from Newton-le-Willows Interchange to World of Glassbus 612
2h 22m
£18–30

Halifax to Prescot by train

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Prescot, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Halifax to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hopwood Lane to Tinling Close via Rochdale Interchange, Bolton Interchange, Wallgate, Wigan Rail Stations, St Helens Central Interchange, and Chalon Way West in around 4h 57m.

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