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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Prescot is to train which costs £13 - £18 and takes 1h 58m.

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 3m and costs £12 - £18.

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 George Street 24 and arriving at Houghton Street via Rochdale Interchange, Bolton Interchange, Wigan Rail Stations and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

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 58m.

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 58m and costs £13 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m 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 George Street 24 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 58m and costs £13 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 471 bus and line 607 bus, which costs and takes 5h.

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 3m 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 471 bus

There are 3 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-WillowsLeeds - Chester
1h 58m
£14–17
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Halifax to Prescot51.2 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Bus, line 471 bus, line 607 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street 24 to Rochdale Interchange587
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchange471
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to College Avenue607
5h

Halifax to Prescot by train

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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 £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street 24 to Houghton Street via Rochdale Interchange, Bolton Interchange, College Avenue, Wigan Rail Stations, Church Street, and Chalon Way West in around 5h.

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