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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to St Helens
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to St Helens will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 16 trains that leave Motherwell for St Helens every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
12:212h58Motherwell15:19St Helens£761One-way0 changes- 16:272h58Motherwell19:25St Helens£761One-way0 changes
- 17:263h34Motherwell21:00St Helens£761One-way1 change
23:587h02Motherwell7:00St Helens£871One-way1 change
5:482h49Motherwell8:37St Helens£1671One-way1 change
- 7:522h45Motherwell10:37St Helens£1671One-way1 change
- 9:522h45Motherwell12:37St Helens£1671One-way1 change
- 11:522h45Motherwell14:37St Helens£1671One-way1 change
- 16:142h45Motherwell18:59St Helens£1671One-way1 change
- 12:132h47Motherwell15:00St Helens£1671One-way1 change
Live departures
Motherwell to St Helens train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to St Helens trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:52 Motherwell | 2h45 | 14:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 12:13 Motherwell | 2h47 | 15:00 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 12:21 Motherwell | 2h58 | 15:19 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:50 Motherwell | 2h47 | 16:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 14:50 Motherwell | 2h47 | 17:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 16:14 Motherwell | 2h45 | 18:59 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 16:27 Motherwell | 2h58 | 19:25 St Helens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:55 Motherwell | 3h06 | 20:01 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 17:26 Motherwell | 3h34 | 21:00 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 20:21 Motherwell | 2h56 | 23:17 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 23:58 Motherwell | 7h02 | 7:00 St Helens | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:48 Motherwell | 2h49 | 8:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 6:04 Motherwell | 2h52 | 8:56 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 6:45 Motherwell | 2h52 | 9:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 7:52 Motherwell | 2h45 | 10:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
| 9:52 Motherwell | 2h45 | 12:37 St Helens | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to St Helens
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Trains from Motherwell to St Helens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 19:56 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Motherwell to St Helens trainsTranspennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Motherwell and St Helens from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Motherwell to St Helens train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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 Motherwell and St Helens
Most Motherwell to St Helens trains use the Motherwell to St Helens Central station pair, with some services arriving at Lea Green. Use this guide to compare Motherwell and St Helens train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Motherwell station do trains to St Helens leave from?
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
Motherwell train station facilities and services
Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Motherwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which St Helens station do trains from Motherwell 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.
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