The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Helens Central (SNH) for Leeds station (LDS) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:01 St Helens Central (SNH) | 2h46 | 09:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 07:01. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 07:01 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between St Helens Central (SNH) and Leeds station (LDS) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens Central (SNH) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 Leeds station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in St Helens Central (SNH) and Leeds station (LDS)
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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).
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
