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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to St Helens
Showing times and prices for 12 May
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby 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 Derby to St Helens will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Fast trains
To travel from Derby to St Helens you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:242h32Derby8:56St Helens£911One-way2 changes- 7:212h39Derby10:00St Helens£911One-way2 changes
- 8:242h36Derby11:00St Helens£911One-way2 changes
- 9:262h34Derby12:00St Helens£911One-way2 changes
- 10:262h34Derby13:00St Helens£911One-way2 changes
8:422h13Derby10:55St Helens£1351One-way2 changes- 10:412h14Derby12:55St Helens£1351One-way2 changes
- 13:402h15Derby15:55St Helens£1351One-way2 changes
- 11:382h17Derby13:55St Helens£1351One-way2 changes
- 15:382h17Derby17:55St Helens£1351One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby to St Helens train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:24 Derby | 2h32 | 8:56 St Helens | 2 changes | |
| 7:21 Derby | 2h39 | 10:00 St Helens | 2 changes | |
| 8:24 Derby | 2h36 | 11:00 St Helens | 2 changes | |
| 8:42 Derby | 2h13 | 10:55 St Helens | 2 changes | |
| 9:26 Derby | 2h34 | 12:00 St Helens | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Derby to St Helens by coach or train
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Why should you book Derby to St Helens trains with Omio?
East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains or Cross Country offer trains services from Derby to St Helens.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Derby to St Helens.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Derby to St Helens.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to St Helens.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Derby to St Helens.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to St Helens
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Trains from Derby to St Helens run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 2h 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to St Helens trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and St Helens from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£68
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£91
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£135
Cross Country frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Derby to St Helens train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to St Helens by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to St Helens can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Derby to St Helens covers a distance of 103 km and takes approximately 2h 58m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Derby to St Helens is 103 km.
The first train from Derby to St Helens leaves at 5:51.
The last train from Derby to St Helens departs at 20:48.
Trains from Derby to St Helens run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby to St Helens.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to St Helens.
To get from Derby to St Helens, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Derby to St Helens.
The train station in Derby that goes to St Helens is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at St Helens Central (SNH).
The cheapest way to get from Derby to St Helens is by coach, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from Derby to St Helens in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to St Helens offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque countryside and charming small towns, which many travellers find visually appealing.
A day trip from Derby to St Helens is not feasible due to the journey duration of 2h 58m. However, there are 3 trains available per day for travel.
To fully experience St Helens, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore local attractions, parks, and cultural sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to St Helens.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and St Helens
Derby
St Helens
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to St Helens.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Peartree
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
The major train station for arrivals in St Helens is St Helens Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Helens Central for your journey to St Helens from Derby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:40 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Sunday opening April to August is 0800 - 2200
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park - FREE FOR RAIL USERS - MUST DISPLAY A PARKING PERMIT WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOOKING OFFICE ON PURCHASE / PRODUCTION OF VALID RAIL TICKET
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Helens Central
- Onward travel information: Bus station 400 yards from rail station. (5 minutes walk). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:00 Sunday 08:30 - 23:20
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to both platforms is via long ramps with rest platforms or, alternatively 32 steps with handrails and rest platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Lea Green
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop in the station car park.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access to both platforms via road footbridge. Wigan bound platform accessed via long slope. Liverpool bound platform accessed via a graded slope with rest landings.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Thatto Heath
- Onward travel information: Bus stops 100m from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Thatto Heath Road - near the Police Station for Liverpool and outside the Railway Station for St Helens.
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