Are you heading to the bustling capital of London for work? Or perhaps you’re going to explore things to do in London, such as visiting royal London landmarks, shopping on Oxford street or catching up with friends? Whether you are travelling to the capital for business or pleasure, get there easily on our trains from Halifax to London King’s Cross.
Grand Central provides four daily direct services from Halifax to London that suit your busy schedule, without worrying about changing trains. Plus, our fantastic on-board train services mean you can sit back, relax and enjoy the journey.
Hop on one of our popular UK train routes with Grand Central to get where you need to be stress-free without a booking fee.
Read the handy information below to learn more about train travel times, ticket types, and how to book train tickets
Route Facts...
DEPARTS:
Halifax
ARRIVES
London King's Cross
AVG JOURNEY TIME:
3 hours
CHANGES:
Direct
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Planning your Halifax to London train journey
How far is it from Halifax to London on the train?
The average journey time to get from Halifax to London King’s Cross on a direct service is around 3 hours. Your total journey time, however, will depend on when you wish to travel as our Halifax to London train services are often quicker during the week than on weekends and bank holidays.
Grand Central operates four direct Halifax to London trains every weekday, which means you can relax or get some work done on board without needing to change. You can also book train tickets from Halifax to London for all operators via our booking platform.
When viewing your journey online, all Grand Central services are marked with the orange GC symbol; these services have zero booking fees.
Halifax to London distance
The distance from Halifax to London is approximately 168 miles, depending on which Halifax to London train route you take for your journey.
How many Halifax to London trains run daily?
Grand Central runs four direct trains between London King's Cross and Halifax daily. These trains are direct, meaning no changes are required.
How much is a train ticket from Halifax to London King’s Cross?
A single train ticket from London to Halifax with Grand Central typically costs between £18 and £62, depending on the time of travel, how far in advance you book and the ticket type.
What train services are available on the Grand Central Halifax to London King’s Cross trains?
We want to make sure you have the most relaxing and enjoyable journey possible, which is why we provide a range of great on-board facilities whilst you are travelling with Grand Central, discover more about them here.
On our trains from Halifax to London King’s Cross, you can take advantage of our free Wi-Fi to catch up on emails or listen to your favourite podcast. You can also enjoy fresh food and drink, such as sandwiches, snacks, tea and coffee that will help you arrive refreshed and ready to go.
First Class train tickets to London from Halifax
If you’re hoping for luxury on our Halifax to London trains, why not upgrade to our fantastic First Class train carriages? With comfortable reclining seats, a convenient at-seat service and complimentary refreshments, it offers the ideal environment to get important work done or sit back and relax.
What are the different types of train tickets for Halifax to London King’s Cross station?
When buying Halifax to London train tickets, there are plenty of great-value ticket types to choose from. What will be right for you will depend on several factors, like the time and day of your journey, which class you’d like to travel in, and whether you’ll return to Halifax.
Advance train tickets and Anytime train tickets to London
For cheap train tickets from Halifax to London, book them in advance with Advance train tickets. If you’re not quite sure exactly what time you want to hop on board, then an Anytime train ticket fare may be the best option, as it gives you a little more flexibility.
Off-Peak train tickets to London
If you're flexible with timings, cheap train tickets from Halifax to London King’s Cross can be also be achieved by booking Off-Peak train tickets. These are typically outside the busy rush hour and fares are often cheaper than during Peak times. This gives you the opportunity to bag great value tickets and usually means there’s more space to enjoy on board, too.
What is an open return train ticket?
An Open Return train ticket for Grand Central allows you to return on any day within a specific timeframe (usually a month) without specifying a return time or date. The outward journey is fixed to a particular train or day, but the return journey is flexible.
This ticket type provides flexibility, allowing you to change your plans without incurring additional fees.
Multi-buy train tickets and Group Travel train tickets to London
Our Multi-buy train tickets and Group Travel train ticket options also offer fantastic discounts, so why not check if your journey is valid today?
How do I book train tickets online from Halifax to London King’s Cross?
We want to make booking train tickets from Halifax to London as quick and straightforward as possible. All you need to do is use our online booking platform. Simply enter your travel details, how many tickets you’d like, and add any Railcards and hit Search and Buy. Once you’ve found the perfect train time, you can collect your tickets from the station, have them delivered by post, or get an e-ticket to your phone. Remember – if you need a return ticket from London to Halifax, you can also book this here too.
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Things to consider before you board a Grand Central train from Halifax to London
How do I add a train Railcard?
Once you’ve chosen your journey and departure time, you'll find an option below to add a Railcard. Simply select the ‘+’ button and scroll through the list until you find your Railcard to add it to your journey.
Keep in mind that once you select a Railcard, the train fares displayed on the app will automatically reflect the relevant discount. To remove a Railcard, select the ‘x’ next to your initial selection.
How do I book a ticket?
You can book tickets via our website (at the top of this page) or via our Grand Central Rail app (available on Google Play and the App Store)
Can I get a refund on an unused train ticket?
Yes, you can typically get a refund on an unused Grand Central train ticket, but the specific rules and procedures depend on the ticket type and the reason for the refund. Generally, you must return the ticket within 28 days of its expiry date, and you may be subject to an administration fee.
You can only refund tickets purchased through Grand Central.
Advance tickets are non-refundable, unless the service they were valid for is cancelled, disrupted or amended and, as a result, you choose not to travel.
If you have purchased an Off-peak or Anytime ticket from grandcentralrail.com, you can refund your tickets.
Find out more here.
Do you offer travel assistance?
Yes, you can book assistance in advance via Passenger Assistance to ensure a smooth journey.
How can I contact lost property?
If you think you’ve lost something at the station or on one of our trains, please contact the lost property team here.