The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 59 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least one change.
10:516h39St Helens17:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
18:095h46St Helens23:55Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
22:407h10St Helens5:50Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
23:0812h22St Helens11:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
18:095h46St Helens23:55Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
10:516h39St Helens17:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
22:407h10St Helens5:50Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
23:0812h22St Helens11:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for St Helens to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 270 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £102 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £102.
A coach is £68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £107.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 13m.
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
St Helens to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:51 St Helens | 6h39 | 17:30 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:09 St Helens | 5h46 | 23:55 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:40 St Helens | 7h10 | 5:50 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:08 St Helens | 12h22 | 11:30 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets St Helens to London Heathrow Airport by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 10:46, the last at 23:12. The fastest coach covers the 270 km distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 270 km |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 46m |
First bus 10:46 |
Last bus 23:12 |
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva UK from St Helens to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between St Helens to London Heathrow Airport with FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva UK for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: St Helens to London Heathrow Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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