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The World of Glass
Leading local museum and gallery exploring glassmaking, social history and art, with engaging displays in the town centre.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£59
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£83
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
2 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
2 h 29 m
Trains on 29 Aug
31
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 £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from London to St Helens you need to make at least one change.
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G86230
W33756+
G86238
W33718+
G89652
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G85450
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G89657
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G85450
W33773+
G89176
W33543+
G89161
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G89171
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G89150Omio 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 an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 280 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£51 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33506+ G89643 | 8:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h48 | 10:55 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33515+ G89171 | 8:30 London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 11:01 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33695 · W33386+ G86213 | 8:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 11:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33386+ G86213 | 8:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 11:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33477+ G89647 | 9:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h49 | 11:56 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33582 · W33616+ G86222 | 9:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 12:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33616+ G86222 | 9:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 12:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33718+ G89652 | 10:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h48 | 12:55 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33532 · W33388+ G86230 | 10:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 13:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33388+ G86230 | 10:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 13:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33406+ G89657 | 11:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h48 | 13:55 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33724 · W33756+ G86238 | 11:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 14:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33756+ G86238 | 11:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 14:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33489+ G89662 | 12:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h48 | 14:55 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33773+ G89176 | 12:30 London Euston (EUS) | 2h30 | 15:00 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33679 · W33778+ G86246 | 12:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 15:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33778+ G86246 | 12:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 15:44 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33493+ G89664 | 13:07 London Euston (EUS) | 2h48 | 15:55 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33793+ G89150 | 13:30 London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 16:01 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
W33761 · W33608+ G86214 | 13:33 London Euston (EUS) | 3h12 | 16:45 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2 changes | |
W33608+ G86214 | 13:43 London Euston (EUS) | 3h02 | 16:45 St Helens Central (SNH) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to St Helens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of St Helens — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Helens trip today.
Leading local museum and gallery exploring glassmaking, social history and art, with engaging displays in the town centre.
Art-focused venue within The World of Glass campus, showing changing exhibitions alongside local collections and creative displays.
Community-run heritage site with displays on local history and a preserved windmill, offering a quieter alternative to larger museums.
Large Victorian park with lakes, formal planting, play areas and broad paths, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Popular urban park with open lawns, a lake and woodland edges, offering an easy local escape for walking and picnics.
Canal-side route with towpath walks, heritage features and peaceful stretches that reveal the area's industrial landscape.
A rich hotpot of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, long linked with Lancashire mill towns and a staple comfort food across St Helens.
A local chip-shop favourite from Merseyside and west Lancashire: fish, chips, mushy peas and gravy, prized as classic Friday comfort food.
A hearty breakfast of pork sausage, bacon, eggs, black pudding, beans and toast, widely eaten in the North West as a traditional start to the day.
Popular grill and Turkish restaurant known for charcoal meats, generous portions and a lively modern setting in St Helens town centre.
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly sit-down dining for groups and families.
Established casual spot for steaks, burgers and grilled favourites, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to everyday dining.
Generally cheaper than major UK cities. Accommodation, dining and local travel usually cost less than in Liverpool or Manchester, making it practical for budget-conscious visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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.

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.
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 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
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
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 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.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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 options are available at St Helens Central.
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
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.
Lea Green is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lea Green.
Ticket office support is available at Lea Green.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lea Green: Parking.
Available at Lea Green: Bike Parking.
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.
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
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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