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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Halifax is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Halifax is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Halifax via Paddington, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Halifax?

The distance between Reading and Halifax is 242 miles. The road distance is 195.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Halifax without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Reading to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Halifax train from?

Reading to Halifax train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Halifax?

The best way to get from Reading to Halifax is to train via London which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Reading to Halifax train arrive?

Reading to Halifax train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Halifax is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Reading to Halifax.

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

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

There are 2369+ hotels available in Halifax.

Reading to Halifax - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Halifax by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 2m
£66–191
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 28m
£27–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Nelson Street N2bus 466
7h 55m
£51–95
Drive 194.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Halifaxcar 194.6 mi
3h 37m
£47–67
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 4m
£98–278
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
4h 26m
£28–284
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
4h 43m
£78–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
7h 21m
£143–372
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
5h 51m
£105–302
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
6h 11m
£110–380

Reading to Halifax by train and subway

237Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Halifax.

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Distance: 240.2 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Halifax via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Halifax via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Nelson Street N2, and Bradford Interchange in around 7h 55m.

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