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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Halifax | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Halifax | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Halifax | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Halifax | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Halifax | No tags |
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Get from Preston to Halifax
The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $11
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Halifax by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Preston to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Halifax start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to Halifax?
The average train ride duration from Preston to Halifax is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 35 miles (57 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Preston to Halifax route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Preston to Halifax?
The earliest train departs from Preston to Halifax at 7:44am. And the latest train departs at 5:49pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Preston to Halifax was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to Halifax, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $10 to $45 for a train ticket from Preston to Halifax based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-13.
