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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to St Helens
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for St Helens every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.
9:433h01London12:44St Helens£801One-way0 changes- 9:072h48London11:55St Helens£881One-way0 changes
- 10:072h48London12:55St Helens£881One-way0 changes
- 7:302h31London10:01St Helens£1991One-way0 changes
- 7:302h31London10:01St Helens£1991One-way0 changes
- 10:072h48London12:55St Helens£881One-way0 changes
- 9:072h48London11:55St Helens£881One-way0 changes
- 9:433h01London12:44St Helens£801One-way0 changes
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 £10. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 280 km
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2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m 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 train times
The table below shows live departures for London to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:30 London | 2h31 | 10:01 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:07 London | 2h48 | 11:55 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 London | 3h01 | 12:44 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 London | 2h48 | 12:55 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to St Helens
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to St Helens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to St Helens trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and St Helens from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to St Helens train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and St Helens
Most London to St Helens trains use the London Euston to St Helens Central station pair, with some services arriving at St Helens Junction. Use this guide to compare London and St Helens train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Which St Helens station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to St Helens Central from St Helens city centre
St Helens Central train station facilities and services
St Helens Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Helens Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Central: 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.
Getting to Lea Green from St Helens city centre
Lea Green is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Green train station facilities and services
Lea Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lea Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lea Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lea Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lea Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Green: 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.
Getting to St Helens Junction from St Helens city centre
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction train station facilities and services
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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