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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to St Helens
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to St Helens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to St Helens will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for St Helens every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 280 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £148 Average Price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to St Helens bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to St Helens coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 London | 5h30 | 16:10 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:40 London | 5h45 | 18:25 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:30 London | 6h35 | 05:05 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to St Helens
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Buses from London to St Helens run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from London to St HelensYou can travel by bus between London to St Helens with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to St Helens coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to St Helens by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and St Helens
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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