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Find the best prices from Edinburgh to Halifax
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh to Halifax, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Edinburgh to Halifax train prices and times
Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Halifax? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €13.70, with average prices for this route around €27.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:00 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 12:03 Halifax |   | Find Tickets |
08:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 12:29 Halifax | | Find Tickets |
08:52 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 12:53 Halifax |   | Find Tickets |
09:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 13:29 Halifax | | Find Tickets |
10:00 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 14:03 Halifax | | Find Tickets |
10:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 14:08 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh to Halifax train route details
First train
05:37
Last train
23:45
Journey time
3h 51m
Distance
164 miles
Price
€13.70*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Halifax
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Halifax can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Halifax, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Edinburgh to Halifax more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Edinburgh to Halifax train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Edinburgh to Halifax with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.